Dry needling techniques involve an acupuncture-like needle being inserted through the skin into underlying tissues (muscle) in the location of myofascial trigger points. The goal is to alleviate pain and improve movement and function.
Once the trigger point is activated, at which time a gentle muscle twitch would be felt, needle is removed. This may be repeated at the same or a different trigger point location depending on a desired effect or goal of the therapy. The actual mechanism of effect of dry needling is not well understood, however the localized twitch response that occurs after dry needling procedure may induce muscle relaxing effect and pain reduction.
At Curvy Spine, we understand specific mechanisms that the body uses to adapt to a specific curve pattern. Therefore, we have developed a Scoliosis specific dry needling protocols depending on a curve type and a goal of the therapy.
Dry needling treatment is followed by Schroth scoliosis-specific exercise protocol.