Trigger-Point Dry Needling
Dry needling is a highly effective treatment for reducing pain, releasing muscular tension, and restoring healthy movement patterns. At Rule 76 Performance, dry needling is used as part of a comprehensive, one-on-one physical therapy approach to help athletes and active individuals recover faster and perform better.
Muscle Pain & Tension
Chronic muscle tightness
Muscle spasms
Postural strain (neck and upper back tension)
Tension headaches
Neck, Back & Spine Conditions
Mechanical low back pain
Sciatica-related muscle irritation
Neck pain and stiffness
Mid-back (thoracic) tightness
Whiplash-related muscle tension
Sports Injuries & Overuse Conditions
Hamstring, quad, and calf strains
Hip flexor and glute pain
IT band syndrome
Shin splints
Plantar fasciitis
Achilles tendinitis
Joint-Related Pain
Shoulder impingement and rotator cuff–related pain
Knee pain (including patellofemoral pain)
Hip pain caused by muscular imbalance
Elbow pain (tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow)
Chronic Pain Conditions
Fibromyalgia trigger point pain
Chronic pelvic pain
Complex regional pain syndromes (as part of a broader plan)
Movement & Neuromuscular Dysfunction
Restricted mobility from tight muscles
Poor movement patterns after injury
Compensation patterns following surgery
What is Trigger Point Dry Needling?
Trigger Point Dry Needling is a safe, effective physical therapy technique where a thin, sterile needle is inserted into tight or dysfunctional muscles to relieve pain, restore mobility, and reset abnormal muscle patterns. This method can treat a wide range of conditions, from neck and shoulder injuries like whiplash to post-operative recovery, including knee replacement rehab. Used as part of a personalized physical therapy program, dry needling helps patients recover faster, reduce pain, and improve overall function.
When is Trigger Point Dry Needling Indicated?
Dry Needling can be used on any tight or restricted muscle to relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore proper movement patterns. As movement specialists, physical therapists use this technique to reduce muscle spasms, enhance strength and activation, and increase range of motion—helping patients move better, prevent dysfunction, and recover faster.
Can any PT perform Trigger Point Dry Needling?
In Massachusetts, only specially trained physical therapists with Myopain Seminars certification and clinical experience are qualified to perform dry needling. This safe, effective treatment can be used on any tight or restricted muscle to relieve pain and improve mobility.