DRY NEEDLING
IN COLUMBUS, OHIO
Free Phone Consultation At Peak Physiotherapy and Performance, we offer dry needling in Columbus as part of our comprehensive approach to physical therapy and pain management. Andrew Junak, PT, DPT, OCS, Cert DN, specializes in combining dry needling with other proven therapeutic techniques to help patients achieve lasting relief and improved function. Unlike other providers who offer dry needling in isolation, we integrate this powerful technique with exercise, manual therapy, and other evidence-based treatments to optimize your recovery.
WHY CHOOSE PEAK PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR DRY NEEDLING
- We combine dry needling with multiple complementary treatments, including manual therapy, exercise, joint manipulation and mobilization, and cupping, for optimal results.
- Our evidence-based approach focuses on long-term solutions, not just temporary relief.
- You’ll work directly with Dr. Andrew Junak, who personally evaluates each patient’s condition and progress.
- We create customized treatment plans based on your specific needs and goals.
“Most providers will do dry needling in isolation, and that’s where patients can have problems. Dry needling without loading or strengthening the tissue or without manipulating or mobilizing the tissue beforehand can lead to subpar results. At Peak Physiotherapy and Performance, we combine dry needling with other treatment techniques to help our patients get out of pain fast and back to doing what they love most.”
–Dr. Andrew Junak
OUR UNIQUE “4 P’S” TREATMENT APPROACH
PAIN
Reducing discomfort and improving mobility
PRIME
Strengthening supporting muscles
PERFORM
Returning to specific activites
PREVENT
Stategies to avoid future injuries
We Also Offer Electro Dry Needling in Columbus
Electro dry needling, or e-stim, is an advanced technique that amplifies the benefits of traditional dry needling therapy in Columbus. This treatment involves attaching small electrodes to the needles to deliver precise electrical currents through the tissue. By expanding the treatment area’s effectiveness, electro dry needling can provide enhanced therapeutic benefits compared to traditional dry needling alone.
Main benefits of electro dry needling include:
- Deep muscle relaxation.
- Natural pain relief through endorphin release.
- Increased blood flow to promote healing.
- Improved muscle function and activation.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES WE OFFER
Joint Manipulation
Cupping Therapy
Corrective Exercise
Sports Injury Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions About
Dry Needling in Columbus, Ohio
What exactly is dry needling?
Dry needling is a treatment technique that utilizes thin mono-filament needles (without any injection) to treat myofascial trigger points in muscles. Myofascial trigger points are taught bands in muscles or knots that refer pain locally and/or other areas of the body. These muscle knots contribute to pain, limit joint mobility, decrease muscle flexibility, and lower muscle function. Trigger point dry needling in Columbus is an effective and efficient method of directly targeting myofascial trigger points to increase blood flow to the area and alleviate pain, reduce muscle tightness, improve joint mobility, and enhance muscle function.
What conditions can dry needling help?
When combined with the proper treatment methods, dry needling assists in naturally healing headaches, tendonitis, back pain, neck pain, jaw pain, tennis elbow, rotator cuff pain, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, hip impingement, groin pain, knee sprains, patellofemoral pain, plantar fasciitis muscle strains, sciatica, and disc herniations.
Muscle knots or trigger points in any of these regions can benefit from dry needling. We also use this procedure to help alleviate muscle soreness and tightness for patients in our wellness programs. Dry needling treatment in Columbus is effective for both acute and chronic conditions.
Does dry needling hurt?
Dry needling uses a very thin mono-filament needle. Since the needle is so thin, most people do not feel the insertion (or “poke”) of the needle. During the procedure, you may experience a local twitch response within the muscle. This may feel like a deep ache for a brief moment or a slight muscle twitch. The twitch is completely normal and has been researched to potentially provide an added benefit for pain relief. The sensation of dry needling may reproduce your symptoms locally in the muscle being treated and/or other nearby regions of the body. By reproducing your symptoms during the procedure, we are treating the myofascial trigger point contributing to your pain.
What's the difference between regular dry needling and electro dry needling?
While both treatments effectively address muscle pain and tension, electro dry needling adds electrical stimulation to enhance the overall treatment effect. The electrical current increases the therapeutic range and can provide additional benefits like improved muscle activation. However, not everyone qualifies for electro dry needling–patients with pacemakers or electrical implants cannot receive this treatment. For pregnant patients, neither form of dry needling is recommended.
How long does treatment take?
A typical dry needling session takes about 10-15 minutes, though it’s always combined with other therapeutic techniques for optimal results. We will let you know what to expect from your treatment during your initial consultation.
What should I expect to feel after treatment?
Dry needling can cause muscle soreness immediately after treatment, similar to what you would experience after a workout at the gym. The soreness may vary from person to person and the area of the body treated. Soreness may last up to 24 hours and will slowly fade throughout the day. In some cases, local bruising is possible as a side effect of the procedure. Bruising is not a concern and typically resolves within a few days. We do everything possible to minimize any and all side effects related to dry needling.
How is dry needling different from acupuncture?
While both treatments use thin needles, dry needling specifically targets muscle tissue to address pain and tightness through precise insertion into trigger points. Dry needling is based on modern medical science and focuses on creating a therapeutic response in the muscle tissue. In contrast, acupuncture is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, using multiple needles to balance the body’s energy flow.