If you’re searching for dry needling in Chicago, you’re probably dealing with tight, sore muscles that just won’t let up. Dry needling is a well-known technique used to release trigger points—those painful knots that can radiate tension through your neck, back, hips, and beyond.
Dry needling remains a popular technique, and yes, you can get it at Balanced Flow. But what if another option delivered the same benefits with even better results—especially for targeted back therapy?
Dry Needling 101
Dry needling uses thin, sterile needles to target trigger points that cause you pain or limit your movement. By stimulating these spots, dry needling helps release tension, improve blood flow, and reduce discomfort, often making it easier to move freely and recover faster. It’s one of several therapeutic tools available here at Balanced Flow.
What’s the difference between dry and wet needling?
The key difference between dry and wet needling lies in what’s delivered by the needle. Dry needling relies on the mechanical stimulation from the needle alone to release tight muscle fibers. Wet needling (aka trigger point injections), on the other hand, involves a small injection of fluid, often including lidocaine, directly into the trigger point.
This added element helps flush the area, break up bound up tissues, calm nerve activity, and ease pain more quickly. As a result, wet needling offers a precise, comfortable, and effective method of relieving stubborn trigger points.
Why We Prefer Wet Needling at Balanced Flow
Wet needling goes beyond simply poking your muscle. By injecting fluid, we physically expand the tight muscle fibers, disrupting the knotted tissue more effectively than a needle alone. The lidocaine not only numbs the area for immediate pain relief but also calms irritated nerves, reducing muscle spasms.
This combination encourages better blood flow and promotes faster healing. Grounded in the work of Dr. Janet Travell, wet needling targets both symptoms and root causes, making it a smarter choice for lasting relief.
Make Your Choice, Backed by Expertise
Whether you prefer dry needling or want to try our more advanced wet needling (trigger point injections), we’re here to guide you. Balanced Flow stands apart from other physical therapy clinics by offering personalized medically enhanced back therapy tailored to your needs.
Understand your options, choose what feels right, and request an appointment to start your journey toward lasting relief at Balanced Flow.
