Precision Needling for Pain Relief

Reset tight, overworked muscles and move with less pain. At Elite Sport & Spine, trigger point dry needling is an evidence-based technique we use to calm “muscle knots,” reduce guarding, and restore clean movement. A certified provider inserts a thin, solid (filiform) needle into trigger points within muscle and connective tissue to elicit a quick “twitch” response—helping release tension, improve blood flow, and relieve neuromusculoskeletal pain. No medication is injected (hence “dry”), and multiple areas can be treated in a single session.

Dry needling is not the same as traditional acupuncture. Our chiropractors and physical therapists use it specifically to address myofascial trigger points and related movement restrictions. We integrate needling with hands-on care and targeted rehab — so relief is paired with strength, mobility, and motor-control work that keeps you progressing from pain to performance.

What To Expect From Dry Needling

Most people feel a brief, deep ache or a quick twitch during treatment, followed by decreased tightness and improved range of motion. Typical plans for acute issues run 3–6 sessions; some patients feel notable relief sooner, but results vary. Our certified providers tailor dosages, locations, and follow-up exercises to your goals, ensuring each session is precise, safe, and aligned with your return to activity.

Those who benefit most from dry needling are experiencing:

• Persistent “knots,” tightness, or localized muscle pain
• Tendon and overuse issues linked to poor tissue tolerance
• Restricted range of motion affecting sport or daily activity