Dry Needling

We provide a wide range of professional services to meet your needs. We promise to provide every service with a smile, and to your highest level of satisfaction.

01

Decrease Tension

Small, sterile needles inserted into the tissue cause the tissue to release via breaking up trigger points.

02

Decrease Pain

Through the release of tension, pain is often improved many say immediately!

03

Increase Blood Flow

Because we're putting a foreign object into the tissue, our body naturally rushes blood and other nutrients to the area to improve healing.

04

Improve Nerve Function

Dry needling stimulates nerve pathways and helps your body restore natural nerve function.

Stop Living In Pain!

Dry needling has been an amazing asset to many of our members. It helps them move better, perform better and live pain free! Dry needling is science backed and always performed by a physical therapist. If you've been thinking of giving dry needling a try, book some time with a physical therapist below!

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Science Backed

Everything at Tucson Sports Recovery is backed by solid scientific evidence. We're not snake oil salespeople. Efficacy of dry needling is back by thousands of peer-reviewed studies that clearly highlight the benefits.

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Minimally Invasive

The needles used in dry needling are tiny. So tiny they rarely break the tissue but rather separate the cells. Any blood is rare and if there is blood it's just a couple drops. We have plenty of clients who have a phobia of needles but insist on receiving dry needling because of its drastic benefits.

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Experience the Power of Dry Needling at Tucson Sports Recovery

Dry needling is a mechanism for reducing trigger points throughout the body. The best way to think about it is like driving on a highway: If a slow car is in front of you, you pass it. In passing the slow car, you use, or overuse, another lane. But when these lanes become overused or too congested, breakdown occurs. This analogy shows how a breakdown is possible if you consider your muscle fibers as the highway lanes. The body can grow or shrink the muscle fibers it has, but it cannot add new "lanes" or remove existing ones, no matter how much traffic (strain) there is in your body.


With trigger point dry needling, we remove that barrier from the muscle fiber and allow all fibers to work in unison. This freedom enables muscles to work as intended, decreasing pain and increasing performance.

We can also stimulate a healing response with dry needling. We use a process called ''pistoning.'' Pistoning is when the needle is positioned in various areas to kick-start the healing process. 


Dry needling uses a sterile acupuncture needle inserted through the skin into muscles, tendons, ligaments, and close to nerves to reduce pain, decrease muscle tension, and increase mobility immediately. Dry needling is not acupuncture but is instead based on a modern scientific study of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems. This treatment provides an environment that enhances the body's healing ability, ultimately reducing pain.


Is Dry Needling Right for You?

It might be time to consider Dry Needling if you:


  • Experience chronic muscle pain or tension
  • Struggle with joint pain
  • Have "that one spot" that continually flares up
  • Have limited mobility due to muscle stiffness
  • Seek a natural, minimally invasive treatment for pain relief
  • Want to improve your overall wellness and physical performance


If any of these situations resonate with you, contact our experienced and qualified professional staff at Tucson Sports Recovery.


The Advantages of Professional Dry Needling

Choosing professional Dry needling at Tucson Sports Recovery offers numerous benefits:


  • Assurance that trained professionals administer treatments
  • Improved functionality and mobility
  • Affordable treatment options, especially when bundled with a membership


Remember, your health is an investment, not an expense. Contact us to learn more about our services and membership options.


Why Choose Tucson Sports Recovery?

At Tucson Sports Recovery, we go above and beyond to ensure our members have the best experience possible. Here's what sets us apart:


  • Unlimited access to our facility seven days a week. Dry needling requires an appointment.
  • Free consultations and equipment demos for all self-service recovery equipment
  • Special discounts for new clients and bundled services
  • Acceptance of FSA and HSA cards for payment


Ready to experience the difference? Contact us today and take advantage of our new client specials, offering 20% off introductory services.


Dry Needling Frequently Asked Questions


  • Do you take insurance for dry needling?

    We do not take insurance. We take HSA and FSA card and have 3 other PT practices that take insurance we can refer you to if needed. 

  • Does dry needling hurt?

    Dry needling can cause a cramping or pinching sensation in the muscle. Generally people don't even feel the needle going in the skin.

  • How is dry needling different from acupunture?

    Dry needling works directly with the affected area whereas acupunture works with energy pathways throughout the body. In dry needling if you're experiencing pain in your calf, we will needle your calf whereas in acupuncture the needle may be inserted in a totally different part of the body. 

  • How many dry needling sessions will it take for me to feel better?

    This can really only be answered by a physical therapist after an assessment. However, many individuals report great improvement after only a session or two. 

  • Can I workout after dry needling?

    We don't recommend it, but some people report feeling great after needling. Many people experience muscle soreness, so it's a good idea to take it easy for the rest of the day after dry needling. 

  • Can I ice the area after dry needling?

    We advise against it, use heat instead to increase circulation in the area. Icing could negate the effects of the dry needling.

Interested in dry needling?

We want to know your needs exactly so that we can provide the perfect solution. Let us know what you want and we’ll do our best to help.

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