Dry needling in Johnston

certified Dry needling specialist

At Resilience Physical Therapy, we use dry needling to treat stubborn muscle tension, trigger points, and pain that just doesn’t respond to stretching or massage alone. This simple, targeted technique helps your body relax and heal—so you can get back to moving, living, and feeling your best.

We Start with a Thorough Evaluation

Before we begin any treatment, including dry needling, we take the time to fully understand what’s going on. During your first visit, we’ll look at how you move, check your posture and strength, and talk through your history and symptoms. That way, we can make sure dry needling is right for you and build a plan that fits your needs.

so, What Is Dry Needling?

Dry needling uses a thin, sterile needle—similar to an acupuncture needle—to gently release tight, painful spots in your muscles called trigger points. These knots can cause pain where they are or even send it to other parts of your body.

By carefully targeting these spots, dry needling helps reduce muscle tension, improve blood flow, calm nerve irritation, and kickstart the body’s natural healing process. It’s quick, it’s precise, and for many people, it’s a game-changer.

what can it help with?

Dry needling is often used to treat:

• Muscle tightness and soreness that keeps coming back

• Neck and back pain

• Tension headaches and migraines

• Shoulder, hip, or knee issues

• TMJ and jaw discomfort

• Sports injuries or repetitive strain

• Myofascial pain and trigger points

• Posture-related muscle pain

We usually combine dry needling with other treatments—like hands-on therapy, movement retraining, or exercise—to help you get the best results.

Certified, Experienced, and Focused on You

Our physical therapists aren’t just trained in dry needling—they’re Certified Manual Trigger Point Therapists. That means they’ve:

• Completed over 75 hours of hands-on training

• Passed a tough written test

• Proved their skills in a live practical exam

You’ll be treated by someone who knows how to safely and effectively apply dry needling as part of your overall care—not just anyone with a weekend certificate.

Let’s Get You Moving Again

If you’ve been dealing with pain, tension, or movement issues that just won’t go away, dry needling might be a great next step. We’d love to talk with you about what’s going on and how we can help.