Are you experiencing hip pain? You’re not alone. Many people suffer from acute or chronic hip pain, which can make everyday activities very difficult. Luckily, there are some very effective treatments to help you reduce your hip pain, such as IMS or dry needling.
Dry needling and IMS are done by trained physiotherapists. Your physiotherapist inserts acupuncture needles into the skin in order to stimulate the muscles in the affected area. Here are 5 reasons why it will benefit your hip pain:
1. It releases tight muscles
In certain instances, hip pain can occur as a result – or contribute to – muscle tension. Dry needling is used to stimulate these muscles and help them release. By releasing the muscles in and around the area, it can realign anything that is out of alignment and reduce the amount of hip pain you are experiencing.
2. It increases blood flow to the area
Because dry needling stimulates your muscles and helps them contract and relax, it also improves blood flow to the area. Blood flow and circulation are integral to healing and pain management, and it can help decrease recovery time.
3. It breaks up scar tissue
Scar tissue is made up of fibrous bands of collagen that form to help heal wounds and repair damaged tissues. This dense network of fibers stabilizes and supports the surrounding area, allowing it to heal properly. However, this can also lead to restriction and poor mobility, which can then lead to pain. Dry needling and IMS can help break down scar tissue to restore proper mobility to your hips and decrease your pain.
4. It release trigger points
Trigger points are small areas of tensed muscle fibers that can cause pain, stiffness, and a restricted range of motion. Dry needling works by targeting specific muscle trigger points, which are small knots of tension that can cause referred pain elsewhere on the body. By releasing these trigger points with needles, dry needling helps to alleviate symptoms and reduce overall discomfort. And because it primarily works on referral pain, rather than direct sources of pain, dry needling is an effective solution for those suffering from hip-related issues like sciatica, bursitis, or herniated discs.
5. It increases your range of motion
Dry needling can also help to balance out the forces acting on the hip joint, improving its range of motion and preventing further injury or discomfort. Overall, dry needling can be a powerful tool for addressing a range of problems related to mobility in the hip region, making it an effective treatment option for a variety of conditions.
Vancouver Physiotherapy Hub Dry-Needling and Acupuncture
If you are experiencing hip pain, don’t wait any longer to get help. Dry needling may be the solution you’re looking for. If you’re unsure, contact us to see if this treatment is right for you.
For dry-needling and acupuncture, we recommend:
- Karim Hilali, PT
- Chris Connolly, PT
- Christina Wong, PT
