DRY NEEDLING

DRY NEEDLING

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WHY USE DRY NEEDLING​

Dry needling is a technique used to treat trigger point pain and myofascial pain. Other terms commonly used to describe dry needling, include Acupuncture, trigger point dry needling, and intramuscular manual therapy. We are the only physicians in the Fort Lauderdale area who have extensive training in both Dry Needling and Orthopedic Acupuncture.

INITIAL CONSULTATION REQUIRED

An initial consultation with Dr. Steingraber is required to find out if you are a candidate for Dry Needling. If you are determined to be a candidate, we can perform your first procedure the same day.

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH

DRY NEEDLING

QUICK & PAINLESS

The procedure is quick and painless, you're in and out of the office in 30 minutes.

NUMBER OF PROCEDURES

The number of procedures you will need will vary based on your pain, injury, amount of time you've had it, ect.

ACCURATE EVALUATION

Once you are evaluated, the doctor will determine based upon your clinical presentation a treatment plan and adjust as needed during the course of your care.

PROCESS

The dry needling process is repeated 2-4 times a week until maximum improvement is seen. Then a maintenance regimen is often prescribed to prevent recurrence. Maintenance may be as little as 1-2 times per month.

ABSENCE OF SYMPTOMS

Dry Needling can and often results in a complete absence of symptoms, even in sever pain conditions that have been present for years.

EFFECTIVE WHEN PAIRED WITH ACUPUNCTURE

Dry Needling Therapy is most effective when paired with Acupuncture Therapy simultaneously.

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CONDITIONS THAT WE TREAT

WITH DRY NEEDLING

  • Degenerated / Dehydrated Discs
  • Stenosis
  • Hip and Glueteal Pain
  • Knee Pain
  • Achilles
  • Tendonitis/Tendonosis
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Sciatica
  • Muscular
  • Strains/Ligament
  • Sprains
  • Chronic Pain
  • Whiplash
  • TMJ
  • Athletic Performance

COMMON QUESTIONS REGARDING DRY NEEDLING

AM I A CANDIDATE FOR DRY NEEDLING?

Patients suffering from any kind of pain, stiffness, soreness, limited ROM, tight muscles, or to prevent injury are considered as candidates for Dry Needling Therapy.

I'VE HAD SURGERY, CAN I STILL GET DRY NEEDLING THERAPY?

Yes! Dry Needling is used post operatively everyday across the world. It actually helps you to heal faster. Studies show acupuncture and dry needling can speed up healing by 5 times.

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While Dry Needling is one of our offering, in our clinic Dr. Steingraber will meet with you and evaluate your specific needs to determine if you are a candidate for our services. Then, if you are a good candidate for our clinic, she will formulate a treatment plan tailored specifically to you. The majority of the time, her treatment plans draw from all of our services to give you the best comprehensive care and get you the results you desire in the most expeditious method.

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