Dry needling in Des Moines

certified Dry needling specialist

Tight, painful muscles holding you back? At Resilience Physical Therapy, we offer dry needling as part of a comprehensive treatment plan to target muscle knots, ease tension, and help you move more freely. This evidence-based technique can be especially effective for chronic pain, stiffness, and athletic recovery.

a Personalized Evaluation Comes First

Before starting any dry needling, we begin with a thorough physical therapy evaluation. We assess your posture, movement, strength, and areas of discomfort to pinpoint what’s causing your symptoms. This ensures dry needling is used safely and effectively as part of your care plan.

What Is Dry Needling?

Dry needling involves inserting very thin, sterile needles into tight or overactive muscles—specifically into trigger points that can cause pain, stiffness, or restricted movement. Unlike acupuncture, dry needling is based on modern anatomy and neuroscience.

When we stimulate these trigger points, it helps reset the muscle, improve circulation, reduce tension, and activate your body’s healing response—leading to less pain and better function.

what can Dry Needling treat?

Dry needling is often used to treat:

• Chronic muscle tightness or soreness

• Neck and back pain

• Headaches and jaw (TMJ) pain

• Rotator cuff and shoulder injuries

• Hip, knee, and leg discomfort

• Myofascial pain syndrome

• Sports injuries and overuse issues

• Postural strain or movement dysfunction

It works best when paired with manual therapy, corrective exercise, and education to create lasting change.

Certified Manual Trigger Point Expertise

At Resilience Physical Therapy, your provider is a Certified Manual Trigger Point Therapist. This advanced certification includes:

• Over 75 hours of direct, hands-on training

• A written examination covering clinical reasoning

• A practical skills exam to demonstrate mastery

You can trust you’re in skilled hands with a therapist trained to apply dry needling safely, precisely, and effectively.

Ready to Feel the Difference?

If muscle tightness or pain is keeping you from feeling your best, dry needling could be a great next step. Let’s talk. Book your evaluation today and start your path toward long-term relief.