Functional Dry Needling
Functional dry needling is an evidence-based technique used to address muscle tightness, pain, and movement restrictions. At Thryve Physical Therapy dry needling is integrated into a comprehensive treatment plan focused on improving how your body moves as a whole.
Understanding Dry Needling
Functional dry needling involves the use of thin, sterile needles placed into specific muscle trigger points to help release tension and improve muscle function. This technique can reduce pain, improve range of motion, and support more efficient movement when combined with corrective exercise and manual therapy. Dry needling is not acupuncture. It is a modern clinical approach grounded in anatomy, biomechanics, and functional movement principles.
How We Use Dry Needling
Dry needling at Thryve Physical Therapy is never used in isolation. Each session begins with a movement assessment to determine whether dry needling is appropriate and how it fits into your overall recovery plan. Treatment is then combined with guided exercises and movement retraining to reinforce lasting improvements.
Our whole-body approach ensures that we address the underlying causes of muscle dysfunction rather than focusing only on symptoms.
What to Expect During Treatment
Focused Assessment
Your therapist evaluates movement, muscle function, and areas of restriction before treatment begins.
Targeted Dry Needling
Precise dry needling is applied based on your individual needs to help reduce muscle tension and improve mobility.
Guided Movement
Post-treatment exercises or movement are used to reinforce proper muscle activation and function.
Ongoing Reassessment
Your response is continuously monitored to ensure safe progression and measurable improvement.
Who Can Benefit
Functional dry needling may be beneficial for individuals experiencing muscle tightness, movement restrictions, or pain related to overuse, injury, or poor movement patterns. It is commonly used as part of rehabilitation, injury recovery, and performance-focused care.
Safety & Patient Comfort
Dry needling is performed using sterile, single-use needles by trained professionals. Your comfort, safety, and informed consent are always prioritized, and treatment is adjusted based on your tolerance and response.
Is Dry Needling Right for You?
Find out how functional dry needling can support your recovery and movement goals.