Dry Needling is a medical treatment that uses very thin needles without any medication , it involves the deep palpation of muscles , tendons and ligaments to locate trigger points. The trigger points are then treated with a gentle insertion of a needle into the area. It  is considered to be an extremely effective technique to reduce muscle tension, pain , increase motion and thus promoting increased function. It is a safe invasive technique and can sometimes cause soreness for 24 to 48 hours.