724 Bielenberg Dr #154 Woodbury, MN 55125
Welcome to Functional Health Unlimited!
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Call Us: (612) 708-1676
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We Provide Comprehensive Functional Health Treatment To Recovery From Pains.
My mission is to deliver the highest quality of compassionate, patient-centered care through personalized treatment and natural, evidence-based therapies.
Dry Needling
Non-Invasive Relief. Faster Healing. Lasting Results.
Dry Needling is an advanced therapeutic technique used to relieve muscle pain, reduce tension, and restore normal movement. At our chiropractic office, dry needling is performed by highly trained providers and is often combined with chiropractic adjustments and rehabilitative therapies for optimal results.
What Is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a treatment that uses thin, sterile needles inserted into trigger points—tight bands or knots within muscles that contribute to pain and dysfunction. Unlike acupuncture, dry needling is based on modern anatomy and neurophysiology and focuses specifically on musculoskeletal conditions. The goal is to release muscle tension, improve blood flow, and reset dysfunctional movement patterns.
How Dry Needling Helps
Dry needling works by:
- Deactivating painful trigger points
- Reducing muscle tightness and spasms
- Improving circulation to injured tissue
- Decreasing nerve irritation
- Restoring normal muscle function
Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture
While both use fine needles, dry needling and acupuncture are very different:
- Dry Needling focuses on muscle trigger points and pain patterns
- Acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese medicine and energy pathways
In our office, dry needling is used as a musculoskeletal treatment to complement chiropractic care and rehabilitation.
Conditions We Treat
Dry needling is effective for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Neck and back pain
- Shoulder pain and rotator cuff issues
- Headaches and migraines
- Sciatica
- Hip pain
- Knee pain
- Muscle strains and sports injuries
- Chronic muscle tightness
- Postural imbalances
Your chiropractor will determine if dry needling is appropriate for your specific condition. The goal is to release muscle tension, improve blood flow, and reset dysfunctional movement patterns.
What to Expect During Treatment
During a dry needling session:
- Your chiropractor will identify tight or dysfunctional muscles
- Thin needles are inserted directly into trigger points
- You may feel a brief twitch response or mild soreness
- Treatment typically lasts 10–20 minutes
Mild soreness for 24–48 hours is normal and indicates a healing response.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may benefit from dry needling if you:
- Have muscle-related pain or tightness
- Experience restricted movement
- Have not found relief with stretching or massage alone
- Want a targeted, drug-free treatment option
A consultation is required to determine candidacy.
Is Dry Needling Safe?
Yes. Dry needling is a safe and effective treatment when performed by trained and licensed providers. We use single-use, sterile needles and follow strict safety protocols to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Why Choose Our Chiropractic Office?
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Licensed chiropractors trained in dry needling
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Integrated care combining adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and rehab
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Personalized treatment plans
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Focus on long-term relief, not temporary fixes
Schedule Your Appointment
If muscle pain or tightness is limiting your movement or quality of life, dry needling may be the solution you’ve been looking for.
Contact us today or book your appointment online to get started.
