*Included (if appropriate) as part of PT or wellness care

 Dry needling involves placing a small monofilament needle into the muscle at what is referred to as a trigger point. This is typically in an area where the muscle is tight and may be tender. The needle elicits what's called a "twitch response" causing the muscle to contract and then release quickly. This has been shown to improve flexibility, range of motion of surrounding joint(s), and decreasing symptoms of muscular pain.