FAQs

What Can I Expect After Dry Needling?

After your dry needling session, you may feel sore for 1-2 days. In addition, you may have some bruising around the area of treatment. If you have any questions or concerns after treatment, contact your physical therapist.

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What Does Dry Needling Feel Like?

Dry needling is done using needles so thin that some patients may not feel the insertion of the needle. Others may feel a slight pinch, but the pain is fleeting and well-tolerated by most patients. Your provider may insert several needles during your session, but they only keep the needles in place for a few [...]

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What is Trigger Point Dry Needling?

A trigger point is a tight or contracted band of muscle fiber. The taut muscle fiber may disrupt normal muscle function and decrease range of motion. Trigger points also cause pain at the site of the knot, as well as pain that radiates to other areas of your body.  You can develop trigger points from [...]

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Does sports physical therapy include specialty services?

In addition to your prescription exercise program, your physical therapist may include specialty services as part of your treatment. If you have a sports injury, you may benefit from the following specialty services: AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill™ Dry needling Deep oscillation therapy Blood flow restriction training Soft tissue mobilization Joint mobilizations Ice compression system (Game Ready) [...]

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What can I expect during my sports physical therapy visit?

You can expect patient-focused care during your sports physical therapy visit at MPOWER Physical Therapy. The specifics of your treatment depend on your injury and personal athletic goals.  Our physical therapists direct your sports physical therapy treatment plan. The goal of your plan is to restore, maintain, or improve your elite performance levels. 

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When do I need sports physical therapy?

You may benefit from sports physical therapy if you have a sports-related injury, or you are an athlete looking to prevent injury. Physical activity is good for your health but can sometimes increase your risk of injury. Continuing to work out or play with an injury may worsen your condition and delay your recovery.  Common [...]

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What can I Expect From the MPOWER Nutrition Program? 

The experts at MPOWER take a holistic and integrative approach to nutrition. They create personalized nutrition programs that fit your lifestyle, personal preferences, and personal wellness goals.  Some of the areas they cover include:  Eating better without feeling deprived  Dropping fad diets and conflicting advice  The connection between fitness and nutrition  Finding the right balance of macronutrients   Creating meal [...]

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What can I expect during my massage therapy session?

A professional massage tailored custom to your needs and wants. MPOWER massage therapists will ask frequently about pressure levels to avoid muscle guarding, work on the areas of your body you prefer, and use their unique orthopedic knowledge to recommend massage techniques, frequency, duration, and areas of the body to focus on that will help [...]

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