Western Montana Dry Needling

Relieve Muscle Pain and Restore Movement with Functional Dry Needling

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If you’re dealing with chronic muscle pain, limited mobility, or tightness that won’t release, Functional Dry Needling can offer relief. Dry needling is a powerful technique that targets the root of muscular dysfunction and gets you back to doing what you love.

 

What Is Functional Dry Needling?

 

Functional Dry Needling (FDN) is a specialized physical therapy technique that uses thin, monofilament needles (like acupuncture needles) inserted directly into trigger points and restricted muscles to reduce pain and restore function. It’s called “dry” because there’s no medication involved—just the power of precise needling to:

 

• Reduce muscle tension and tightness

• Improve range of motion and flexibility

• Relieve chronic or acute pain

• Reset abnormal nerve-muscle communication

• Support faster recovery from injury or overuse

 

Dry needling is backed by research and increasingly recognized as a safe and effective complement to traditional physical therapy.

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What to Expect During a Dry Needling Session

 

Before treatment, your therapist will assess the targeted area and explain the process. You’ll need to expose the area for clean and accurate needle placement. Once inserted, needles may remain in the muscle for 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the condition and treatment goals.

 

Your therapist may apply needle manipulation techniques, including:

 

• Twisting to stimulate deeper muscle response

• Electrical stimulation for enhanced neuromuscular activation

 

After removal, you can return to most normal daily activities, often with improved comfort and mobility.

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How Often Is Dry Needling Performed?

 

Dry needling may be performed 1–3 times per week, based on your symptoms and goals. For best results, it is often combined with other physical therapy treatments, like manual therapy, stretching, or functional exercise.

 

 

Does Insurance Cover Dry Needling?

 

Coverage for dry needling varies by provider. Insurance may be utilized to cover dry needling intervention in the clinic, so check with your insurance provider before scheduling your visit. We typically see that it is not a covered service by insurance companies.  We encourage you to check with your insurance before your first visit, and our team is happy to help clarify your options.

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Is Dry Needling Right for You?

 

Dry needling can be highly effective for treating:

 

• Chronic muscle pain and tightness

• Headaches and migraines caused by tension

• Neck and back pain

• Sciatica or nerve-related muscle tension

• Post-surgical or sports-related tightness

• Overuse injuries and repetitive strain

 

If you’ve tried other treatments without lasting relief, dry needling may offer the breakthrough you’ve been looking for.

 

Reclaim Comfort. Move Freely Again.

 

Don’t let muscle pain or tension hold you back. Our certified physical therapists are trained in Functional Dry Needling and ready to help you feel and move better—safely, effectively, and with long-term results.