Use of Richmond Dry Needling
Dry needling is a highly effective, evidence-based technique used at Johnson Chiropractic to relieve muscle tension, reduce pain, and restore healthy movement patterns. Dr. Andrew Scripture, DC, uses dry needling to target trigger points—tight, irritated bands of muscle that contribute to pain, stiffness, and limited mobility.
What Is Dry Needling?
Dry needling uses a thin, sterile filament needle to release dysfunctional muscle tissue. When a trigger point is stimulated, the muscle relaxes, blood flow improves, and the body’s natural healing response is activated. This helps reduce pain and restore proper function without medication or invasive procedures.
Benefits of Dry Needling
Patients choose dry needling because it can:
- Reduce muscle pain and tightness
- Improve range of motion
- Accelerate recovery from injury
- Decrease inflammation
- Enhance the effectiveness of chiropractic care and spinal decompression
Dry needling is often paired with other treatments at Johnson Chiropractic to maximize results.