Dry needling in Ankeny

certified Dry needling specialist

Is tightness, soreness, or muscle pain slowing you down? At Resilience Physical Therapy, dry needling is one of the many hands-on techniques we use to help you feel better—faster. It’s a simple, effective way to release muscle tension, reduce pain, and get you moving comfortably again.

Let’s Start with a Proper Assessment

Before beginning dry needling or any treatment, we always start with a detailed evaluation. We’ll look at how your body moves, identify areas of tension or dysfunction, and talk through your history and symptoms. This helps us build a personalized care plan—and decide whether dry needling is the right fit for you.

What exactly Is Dry Needling?

Dry needling uses a very thin, sterile needle inserted directly into muscle “knots” known as trigger points. These tight spots can cause local soreness or even refer pain to other parts of your body.

When we target those points, it helps reset the muscle, improve blood flow, and reduce irritation—giving your body a chance to recover naturally and more efficiently. It’s not acupuncture—this method is rooted in modern musculoskeletal science.

what Conditions can Dry Needling Help with?

Dry needling can be helpful for many common pain issues, including:

• Neck and back pain

• Tension headaches or migraines

• Muscle tightness and soreness

• Shoulder, hip, or knee problems

• TMJ (jaw) pain

• Posture-related tension

• Sports injuries

• Chronic trigger points

• Myofascial pain

We often use dry needling alongside other treatments like manual therapy, exercise, and movement education to get long-lasting results.

Our Expertise: Certified Trigger Point Specialists

You’ll be treated by a therapist who is a Certified Manual Trigger Point Therapist—a designation that requires:

• 75+ hours of intensive hands-on training

• A written exam to test clinical knowledge

• A practical exam to demonstrate real-world skill and safety

This certification ensures your dry needling treatment is done with care, precision, and the experience to get results.

book your evaluation today

Dry needling may be the missing piece to finally ease the tension or pain you’ve been carrying. We’d love to help you figure it out. Let’s start with an evaluation and build your plan together.