kuivatarpeisia
Kuivatarpeisia is a Finnish term that translates to "dry-needling" in English. It refers to a therapeutic technique that involves the insertion of thin, solid monofilament needles into the skin and muscle. This is done without injecting any medication, hence the term "dry" needling. The primary goal of dry needling is to release or inactivate trigger points in muscles, which are often described as hyperirritable spots within a taut band of skeletal muscle. These trigger points can cause pain, limited range of motion, and other functional impairments.
The practice of dry needling is typically performed by trained healthcare professionals such as physical therapists,
The mechanism by which dry needling exerts its effects is still a subject of ongoing research. However,