Dry needling is a technique where sterile, single-use acupuncture needles are inserted into tight or dysfunctional muscles. The technique is based upon western anatomical and neurophysiological theories, rather than Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture which is based upon energy meridian theories. During dry needling, needles are inserted into the muscle to target "trigger points". These trigger points are tight, painful bands in the muscle that may also refer pain to other areas. Trigger points may contribute to muscle pain, restricted movement or altered muscle function. Dry needling is a fast technique, where needles are inserted into the muscle and gently moved in and out and then removed after a short period. During the technique, you should feel a dull, achy sensation and often a "twitch" or jumpy feeling in the muscle, you may also feel referral of pain to another area. Mild adverse effects may occur such as bruising and post treatment soreness (...