Is Dry Needling a Scientifically Proven Treatment?

Dry needle therapy, is a scientifically proven effective treatment method. Many scientific studies confirm the positive effects of this method on contracted muscles and trigger points. Various methods can be used in the treatment of trigger points: special solution injections, steroid injections, vitamins, botox, lidocaine, histamine, etc. However, some of these methods can have serious side effects and generally provide shorter-term effects. As Kadıköy Pain Center, we prefer the IMS (dry needle therapy) method, which has fewer side effects and provides long-term benefits.

Is Dry Needle Therapy an Acupuncture Method?

Dry needle therapy, is not an acupuncture method. In acupuncture, needles are applied to meridians and meridian points in the body and these needles are usually kept for about 20 minutes. However, In the treatment of IMS The practice is based entirely on neuroanatomical theories. For example, for pain radiating to the arm, the area where the nerve is compressed is targeted and the muscles in this area are worked on.

During IMS treatment, muscles are relaxed by stimulating spinal reflexes and Golgi tendon organs. This helps muscles lengthen, increase flexibility and increase muscle strength. In the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation dry needle therapy, is much more effective than acupuncture.

What are the Side Effects of Dry Needling Therapy?

Dry needle therapy It is generally very well tolerated by patients. After the treatment, a mild and temporary pain may be felt in the area where the needle is inserted, but this does not require the use of medication. In very rare cases, pneumothorax may develop. Small subcutaneous bleeding may be seen in patients using aspirin or blood thinners, but this does not usually require the termination of treatment. In treatments applied to the neck area, low blood pressure may be experienced, but the problem is resolved with a few minutes of rest.

Where Else Is Dry Needling Used?

Dry needle therapy, can be used not only for musculoskeletal pain, but also for many different conditions:

• In the treatment of skin wrinkles and micro-cavities,
• As rehabilitation support for shoulder and hip syndromes of hemiplegic patients,
• In the treatment of neuropathies,
• To increase joint range of motion in eliminating joint contractures.

Does Social Security Cover Dry Needle Treatment?

Unfortunately, dry needle therapy It is not yet included in the SSI's reimbursement list.

Dry Needle Therapy Session Fees

Dry needle therapy Fees vary depending on the type of pain and the area to be applied. For detailed information and prices here You can contact Kadıköy Pain Center by clicking.

Remember, Kadıköy Pain Center offers effective solutions in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation with its expert team. For more information or Turan UsluTo make an appointment now, 90 530 343 7499 You can reach us on the phone number!