As a performance physical therapist and board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist in Colorado Springs, Colorado, (and specifically Falcon) I see athletes and active adults every day who are limited by muscle pain, tightness, or restricted mobility. At PhysioEdge Physical Therapy & Sports Performance, one of my go-to tools to address these issues is dry needling.
What Is Dry Needling?
Dry needling involves placing a thin, sterile needle into a muscle’s trigger point — those hyper-irritable “knots” you can feel under the skin. This can cause a local twitch response that releases tension, increases blood flow, and resets the neuromuscular system.
Who’s Qualified to Perform Dry Needling?
Here in Colorado, only licensed physical therapists who have completed formal, competency-based training can perform dry needling. That ensures your treatment is both safe and effective.
Why Athletes & Active Adults Love It
1. Pain Reduction – Quickly eases muscle-related pain from training or daily life.
2. Improved Mobility – Frees up restricted muscles for better movement patterns.
3. Faster Recovery – Helps the body heal so you can return to activity sooner.
4. Performance Gains – Keeps you moving efficiently, preventing small issues from becoming big problems.
What to Expect
Most people feel only a brief pinch or twitch during the treatment, followed by a mild ache while the needle is in the muscle. Mild soreness for 24–48 hours is common, but it’s often followed by noticeable relief and improved range of motion.
If you’re in Falcon, Colorado Springs, Peyton, or Monument and want to see how dry needling can help you move, recover, and perform better — let’s talk.
