When muscle pain won’t go away, it can affect your sleep, work, and daily movement. Tight knots, deep tension, and trigger points often don’t respond to stretching or massage alone. Dry needling in Las Vegas targets these tight muscles directly to help them relax and heal. Although it uses thin needles, it is different from acupuncture and focuses on releasing muscle tension and trigger points.
At Dynamic Spine and Sport Rehabilitation, we offer intramuscular dry needling as part of a hands-on physical therapy approach to help reduce pain and restore normal movement.
How Does Dry Needling Work?
In myofascial trigger point dry needling in Las Vegas, a trained therapist places a very thin, solid needle into tight muscle knots called trigger points. These trigger points form when muscle fibers stay contracted for too long, limiting blood flow and causing pain, stiffness, or reduced movement.
When the needle enters the trigger point, it creates a brief muscle response that helps the muscle relax. This resets the muscle fibers, improves circulation, and allows oxygen and nutrients to reach the area. As blood flow increases, pain chemicals decrease, and the muscle can move and function normally again. Over time, this process reduces pain, restores mobility, and helps the muscle heal more effectively.
Trigger point dry needling can help many conditions, including:
- Muscle strains
- Tendonitis
- Back and neck pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Joint pain
- Sciatica
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Plantar fasciitis (heel pain)
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders
Meet Joe, Our Dry Needling Physical Therapist
Joe is a licensed physical therapist with advanced training in dry needling in Las Vegas. He serves on the Nevada Physical Therapy Board and is affiliated with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the American Academy of Manual Therapists (AAMT).
Joe uses trigger point dry needling to treat muscle pain, trigger points, and movement restrictions. His approach is precise and hands-on, focused on relieving pain, restoring muscle function, and helping patients move better without relying on medication.
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Cost and Insurance
The cost of dry needling in Las Vegas varies based on the treatment area, session length, and the therapist’s experience. Many insurance plans cover dry needling when it is part of physical therapy, often covering 60–80% of the cost, depending on your specific benefits. Our team at Dynamic Spine & Sport Rehabilitation can verify coverage and provide current pricing before you begin care.
What Happens During Our Dry Needling Treatment?
Here’s how Joe and our therapists bring you comfort:
- They check your muscles for tightness, pain, or limited movement.
- You lie down or sit while our practitioner cleans the area with an alcohol swab.
- They insert thin, sterile needles into the trigger points.
- Your muscle may react with a brief cramp or spasm at the trigger point.
- Our therapists may adjust the needles to help relax the muscles.
- The needles stay in their place for 10 to 20 minutes.
- Our therapists remove the needles with little or no discomfort.
- You may feel mild soreness, similar to a workout, for a day or two.
- Finally, they advise you to hydrate, rest, and use ice or heat if needed.
Our dry needling in Las Vegas usually has little to no downtime. Most people return to normal activities the same day. It’s common to feel mild soreness, tightness, or fatigue in the treated area for 24 to 48 hours as the muscle heals. Gentle movement, stretching, and hydration can help with recovery.
Benefits of Our Dry Needling Therapy in Las Vegas
- Releases tight muscle knots and trigger points
- Reduces muscle pain and tension
- Improves blood flow to injured tissue
- Restores normal muscle function
- Increases range of motion and flexibility
- Helps muscles relax and reset
- Speeds up recovery from injury or overuse
- Supports better movement and performance
FAQs
Is dry needling the same as acupuncture?
No. Dry needling treats muscle trigger points using modern anatomy and nerve science. Acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese medicine.
What is dry needling physical therapy?
This muscle activation therapy is performed by a licensed physical therapist to release tight muscles, reduce pain, and improve movement
Is dry needling covered by insurance?
It depends on your insurance plan. Some insurance companies cover dry needling, while others don’t.
Are dry needling results permanent?
No, the results aren’t always permanent. You might feel relief for a few days or even a few weeks.
How many sessions of dry needling are needed?
The number of sessions you need varies based on the severity of your condition.
Does dry needling hurt?
People often describe the feeling they get from dry needling in Vegas as a short, mild pain.
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