A licensed physical therapist performing dry needling to relieve muscle tension in a patient's back during a personalized therapy session

Discover the Benefits of Dry Needling — Now Available at Practically Perfect PT!

August 08, 20253 min read

Discover the Benefits of Dry Needling — Now Available at Practically Perfect PT!

At Practically Perfect PT, we’re always looking for new ways to help our patients move, feel, and live better. We’re excited to announce that we now offer dry needling as part of our comprehensive physical therapy services — including for pelvic floor care!

If you’ve been dealing with persistent muscle tightness, trigger points, or nagging aches that just won’t go away, dry needling might be the missing piece in your treatment plan.


What is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is a skilled therapy performed by licensed physical therapists trained in this technique. It involves gently inserting a very thin, sterile filament needle into tight muscles, trigger points, or areas of tension. Unlike acupuncture, which follows traditional Chinese medicine principles, dry needling is based on modern anatomy and neurophysiology.

The goal is to “reset” the muscle, release knots, improve blood flow, and reduce pain — helping you move more freely and heal faster.


Benefits of Dry Needling

Our patients often experience:


Relief from muscle tension and tightness
Decreased pain in problem areas
Improved range of motion
Quicker recovery from injuries
Better outcomes when combined with exercise and manual therapy


Dry needling can be especially helpful for:

  • Neck and back pain

  • Headaches and migraines

  • Sports injuries

  • Tendon pain

  • Chronic muscle tightness

  • Joint pain caused by muscular imbalance

  • Pelvic pain, hip pain, and pelvic floor muscle dysfunction

Dry Needling for Pelvic Floor Conditions

Many people are surprised to learn that dry needling can also be a powerful tool for addressing pelvic floor muscle issues. Conditions such as pelvic pain, painful intercourse, chronic hip or low back pain, and even some types of incontinence can be linked to tight, overactive, or trigger-pointed pelvic floor muscles.

When appropriate, our certified pelvic health therapists can use dry needling to help release these tight areas, decrease muscle guarding, and improve coordination and relaxation of the pelvic floor. Combined with gentle manual therapy, guided exercise, and education, dry needling can be a game changer for people seeking relief from pelvic floor dysfunction.


Why Choose Practically Perfect PT?

At Practically Perfect PT, your comfort and safety are our top priority. Our therapists are certified and skilled in dry needling and pelvic health care, and will always incorporate this technique thoughtfully as part of a personalized plan. We make sure you understand the process and feel confident and cared for every step of the way.

Many patients notice a difference even after just a few sessions — feeling looser, more comfortable, and more in control of their pain.


Ready to Try Dry Needling?

If you’re curious whether dry needling could help you — for muscle pain, injury recovery, or pelvic floor concerns — we’d love to talk! Call our office or schedule a session to see how this modern, evidence-based technique can complement your PT plan and help you get back to doing what you love — without pain holding you back.

📞 Contact us today to book your first dry needling session!
Practically Perfect PT — Because you deserve to feel practically perfect every day.

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