Acupuncture and Dry Needling
At Luverne Health and Wellness, we believe your body has an incredible ability to heal when given the right support. Acupuncture and dry needling is a safe, effective, and drug-free treatment that helps reduce pain, improve function, and restore balance throughout the body.
Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or simply looking for a natural approach to better health, acupuncture and dry needling can be an excellent addition to your care plan.
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a time-tested treatment that involves placing very thin, sterile needles into specific points on the body. These points stimulate the nervous system, improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and encourage the body's natural healing processes.
Modern research has shown acupuncture can help regulate pain signals, promote the release of endorphins, and improve overall wellness.
Treatments are gentle, relaxing, and personalized to your individual needs.
What Is Dry Needling?
Dry needling treatment involves placing very thin, sterile needles into tight muscles and myofascial trigger points. Treatment is used to help reduce localized painful locations in the muscles but also used to help reduce referred pain that affects another part of the body. By reducing trigger points, we decrease tightness, increase blood flow and reduce localized or referred pain.
Conditions Acupuncture and Dry Needling Can Help Treat
Acupuncture may provide relief for many conditions, including:
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Sciatica
- Shoulder pain
- Knee pain
- Hip pain
- Arthritis
- Headaches and migraines
- Sports injuries
- Muscle strains
- Tendonitis
- Plantar fasciitis
- TMJ dysfunction
- Stress and anxiety
- Chronic pain
- Overused muscles
- Neuropathy symptoms
When beneficial, acupuncture and dry needling can be combined with chiropractic care, soft tissue therapies, massage therapy, rehabilitation exercises, and other treatments to help you achieve the best possible results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does acupuncture hurt?
Most people feel very little when the needles are inserted. The needles are much thinner than those used for injections, and many patients find treatments relaxing.
Is acupuncture safe?
Yes. When performed by a properly trained provider using sterile, single-use needles, acupuncture is considered very safe.
How many treatments will I need?
The number of visits depends on your condition, how long you've had it, and your health goals. Some patients notice improvement after just a few treatments, while chronic conditions may require additional care.
Can acupuncture be combined with chiropractic care?
Absolutely. Acupuncture and chiropractic care often complement one another, helping reduce pain, improve mobility, and support faster recovery.
