Dry Needling

Dry needling is a technique physical therapists use to treat pain and movement impairments. The physical therapist inserts a "dry" needle into areas of the muscle.

Other terms used to describe dry needling include:

• Trigger point dry needling.

• Intramuscular manual therapy.
   

Dry needling is not acupuncture, which is based on traditional Chinese medicine. Dry needling is a part of modern Western medicine and is supported by research to be effective in reducing pain and restoring function.
Reference: https://www.choosept.com/health-tips/dry-needling-physical-therapist-what-you-should-know