T.J. Watt’s dry needling injury raised concerns. Learn what the science shows about safety, training standards, and choosing qualified practitioners.

Dry needling for neck pain targets neck and shoulder muscles that can be the root cause of many types of neck pain. Learn who benefits, timelines, referral patterns, and what to expect.

Dry needling for knee pain targets quadriceps, hamstring, adductor, and calf trigger points that can be the root cause of many types of knee pain. Learn who benefits, timelines, referral patterns, and what to expect.

Dry needling for Achilles tendon pain - see muscles involved, who benefits, and timelines. Targets calf/ankle trigger points to reduce morning stiffness and post-run ache.

Dry needling for shoulder pain—see muscles involved, who benefits, and expected timeline. Targets rotator cuff/scapular trigger points to reduce pinching, stiffness, and ache.

Dry needling for back pain may help when spinal or hip muscle tension drives symptoms - learn about treatment and muscles involved.

Dry needling for migraines may help when neck/jaw/face tension is part of the pattern. Learn about affected muscles, what to expect, timeline, and session pacing.

Discover a first-line treatment for hip pain using an integrated approach of acupuncture and dry needling. Learn the science behind hip pain and schedule your appointment today.

New research shows hip impingement affects more than bone - it changes muscle strength and control. Learn how acupuncture and dry needling help restore balance.

Discover how dry needling can boost your running performance, reduce pain and stiffness, speed recovery, and prevent injuries. Learn about its evidence-based benefits for common running ailments and when to best incorporate this treatment into your training. Find expert dry needling in NYC for optimal running health.

Pericardium 6 (PC-6, Neiguan) is one of the most important acupuncture points for nausea, anxiety, and chest pain. Learn about the PC6 acupuncture point location, benefits, and acupressure uses.

Discover a first-line treatment for whiplash injury using an integrated approach of acupuncture and dry needling. Learn the science behind neck trauma and schedule your consultation today.

Discover a first-line treatment for hamstring tendinopathy using an integrated approach of acupuncture and dry needling. Learn the science behind chronic hamstring tendon pain and schedule your consultation today.

Discover a first-line treatment for managing pain from hip labral tears using an integrated approach of acupuncture and dry needling. Learn the science behind labral injuries and schedule your consultation today.

Discover a first-line treatment for tension headaches using an integrated approach of acupuncture and dry needling. Learn the science behind muscle tension and stress-related headaches, and schedule your consultation today.

ST-36 (Zusanli), also known as Stomach 36 acupuncture point, is used for energy, digestion, immunity, circulation, and pain relief. Learn its location, needling, acupressure uses, and benefits

Acupressure mats: benefits, how to use, safety, and research. Learn who they help, who should avoid them, and how to choose the best mat for your goals.

A 2025 evidence map found acupuncture may benefit major musculoskeletal pain conditions like low back pain and osteoarthritis, though evidence quality needs improvement.