In this episode, we take a deep dive into dry needling — one of the most common questions we get asked by clinicians and course participants.We break down the key differences between dry needling and acupuncture, explain what may be happening physiologically when we needle, and share practical clinical insights on when (and when not) to use dry needling in practice.You’ll learn:✅ The difference between acupuncture and dry needling (philosophical vs mechanistic views)✅ What trigger points are and why they’re controversial✅ How dry needling is thought to work in the body✅ When dry needling may produce fast results vs longer-term effects✅ How dry needling is used in sport, rehab, and performance settings✅ The evidence base behind acupuncture vs dry needlingWe also discuss the theory behind trigger point referral patterns, and how dry needling can help restore movement, reduce pain, and improve performance.
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