Dry Needling in Overland Park, KS\nWhat It Is and What to Expect

Dry needling uses a thin filiform needle inserted directly into a trigger point — a tight, irritable knot of muscle that causes local or referred pain. The needle creates a local twitch response that releases the trigger point, improves blood flow, and calms the pain response. It is not acupuncture — it is rooted in Western anatomy and neuroscience and targets specific muscles contributing to your pain. Mild soreness after a session is normal and typically resolves within 24-48 hours.