Dry needling is a technique that uses thin, sterile needles to target muscles, trigger points, and other soft tissues to help reduce pain and improve movement. The needles stimulate the targeted tissue and nervous system, which can decrease muscle tension, improve range of motion and restore muscle function. This therapy reaches its maximal potential when combined with appropriate exercise and manual therapy. Dry needling is commonly used for conditions such as muscle tightness, trigger points, neck and back pain, headaches, shoulder, elbow and knee pain, tendinopathies and sports related injuries.