Learn if Dry Needling can help you
Integrative Dry Needling
Dry Needling can speed up recovery time and get you pain free as quickly as possible.
What issues do we treat with Dry Needling?
Musculoskeletal Problems
Decreased range of motion
Dysfunctional muscles
(muscles not working correctly)
Sports injuries
- Tennis Elbow
- Knee Joint Issues
- TMJ
- Headaches
- Rotator Cuff Issues
- Arthritis
- Muscle Strains
... And more!
What exactly is Dry Needling?
This treatment method is used by our licensed Louisiana Physical Therapists as a way to relieve pain. When performing dry needling, our Physical Therapist will insert a sterile acupuncture needle through the skin, into the underlying tendons, ligaments, or muscles that have been affected.
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How do I know Dry Needling is for me?
After conducting a comprehensive evaluation to assess the nature of your condition, we will let you know if Dry Needling is the best course of treatment for you. We have used dry needling to treat many diverse conditions, from chronic pain sufferers to athletes experiencing delayed onset muscle soreness.
Does Dry Needling hurt?
Most of our patients report feeling little to no discomfort when undergoing dry needling treatments.
Is Dry Needling Safe?
Dry Needling is very safe. The risks are minimal; however, you may experience slight bruising / soreness.
Is Dry Needling different than acupuncture?
While it is a common misconception, Dry Needling is not acupuncture. It is based on a modern scientific study of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems. While there are some similarities, Dry Needling is strictly based on Western medicine principles and research. It provides an environment that enhances the body’s ability to heal, ultimately reducing pain in the process.
How necessary is Dry Needling for my recovery?
Dry Needling is usually highly recommended to speed up your recovery. It's a very useful tool when used in conjunction with other forms of treatment.
How do I schedule an appointment?
If you're interested in scheduling an appointment, simply click the button below to schedule a FREE analysis with one of our licensed Louisiana Physical Therapists.
After work I had this horrible migraine so I went to Katie to get dry needling done for relief. I’m scared of needles, but she reassured me that they don’t hurt and they didn’t! I am so thankful to Katie because I felt instant pain relief.
-Isabel Reynolds
What to expect at your FREE analysis
We spend the time to understand your pain.
Every person is different. So we listen to you to really understand your condition and how the pain is affecting you.
We identify the 3 main issues.
We write down for you the 3 main problems causing YOUR pain. We will explain if any other issues are part of the cause.
We give you the best plan.
We teach you the first 3 things that need to be done to start feeling better. We find that everyone can make great improvement by focusing on the first 3 things.
We show you what you can do at home now.
Your FREE Report includes what you can do at home right now to help the process.
Want to schedule a FREE analysis?
Our scheduling is easy and we offer a convenient location and appointment times for you. All you have to do is simply fill out the schedule appointment form on this page. We have seven locations in New Orleans, Covington, Folsom, Slidell, Algiers, and Mandeville, LA. We have morning and evening appointments available to meet the demands of your busy schedule.
Can we help with anything else?
Visit our website for contact information. Just click the link below! Or give us a call (985) 304-2380
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