Are You a Good Candidate for Dry Needling? Here’s What to Know.
If you’ve ever dealt with persistent muscle pain, tightness, or restricted movement, you may have heard about dry needling — and you might be wondering if it’s right for you.
At Full Range Mobile, this service is something we specialize in. Dry needling is a highly targeted treatment that uses a thin, sterile needle to release tension and trigger points in muscle tissue. It’s not acupuncture (though it might look similar); dry needling is based on modern Western anatomy and neurophysiology. The goal? To get deep into the muscle and hit the source of pain — not just the symptoms.
So, who’s a good candidate?
You’re dealing with stubborn muscle knots or trigger points
If foam rolling, stretching, or massage haven’t done the trick, dry needling might be the missing piece.
You’re recovering from an injury
Whether it’s a sports injury, post-op recovery, or repetitive strain from daily life, dry needling can help release tight tissue and improve mobility.
You sit (or stand) all day
Office workers, drivers, and people with physically demanding jobs often experience postural imbalances. Needling can reduce pain and improve movement patterns.
You’re already working on your recovery
Dry needling works well as part of a bigger treatment plan. But at Full Range Mobile, we also offer standalone dry needling sessions — great if you just want to zero in on a specific issue.
A question we’re often asked — can dry needling be combined with other modalities like massage? The quick answer is yes, but we’d suggest combining a dry needling session with our other manual therapy, movement, or mobility work that’s typically part of our longer treatment sessions. It's focused, efficient, and all about targeting your pain at the root.
And because we’re a mobile physical therapy team, that means we come to you. Pick the place that works best (home, office, even your backyard), clear a little space, throw on your workout gear, and that’s it. We’ll handle the rest.
Still not sure if you’re a fit? Reach out and let’s chat. Dry needling might just be the reset your muscles have been craving. You can learn more about dry needling here.