Indications of Dry Needling

DR. SUBHANJAN DAS, PTSubhanjan_82@yahoo.com

+91 8967549104Dry Needling Instructor

MPT (Musculoskeletal & Sports)Assoc. Prof., BIMLS, Burdwan

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Dry needling is another tool in the armory of physiotherapist.

When used purposefully dry needling works well in various musculoskeletal and neuro muscular conditions.

Therapeutic effectsPain reduction by counter irritation & release

of neurotransmittersPain reduction by resolving trigger pointPromotion of healing by fibroblastic

activationPromotion of healing by increasing local

blood supply

Regarding trigger point releaseChaitow compares trigger point with fire

alarm. Trigger points are manifestation of some underline abnormality.

Simply ‘releasing’ the trigger point without treating the underlying cause may not produce long term relief, may produce trigger points elsewhere.

A more complete approach should include postural correction, ergonomics and prevention of overuse.

Suggested IndicationsTrigger points: Releases trigger pointsPain of muscular origin, e.g. muscular

component of acute spinal pain: for analgesia, control of muscle spasm.

Musculoskeletal pains e.g. osteoarthritis: works like pain killers, provides temporary relief

Referred pains: works like pain killers, provides temporary relief

Pathologies of soft tissue origins: e.g. tennis elbow, plantar fascitis, shin splints- appears to improve tensigrity, accelerates healing