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Effective Dry Needling Treatments at Morningside Acupuncture

Experience the benefits of dry needling for pain relief and improved mobility on the Upper West Side with New York City’s highest rated acupuncture clinic.*

* Based on number of 5 star Google reviews

Overview of Dry Needling

What is Dry Needling? 

Dry needling is a therapeutic technique that involves inserting thin needles into trigger points, or knots in muscles, to relieve pain and improve movement. It can also be referred to as trigger point therapy or myofascial release.

Benefits of Dry Needling

Dry needling helps reduce muscle tension, alleviate pain, and enhance mobility by targeting and releasing tight muscle bands and myofascial trigger point therapy.

Dry Needling vs Acupuncture

While dry needling and acupuncture use the same types of needles, the diagnosis paradigm and needling technique differ. Dry needling is based on the referral patterns of myofascial trigger points, while traditional acupuncture treats pain through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnosis and acupuncture points.

At Morningside Acupuncture our acupuncturists are trained in both techniques - so you don’t have to choose and you also get the benefit of combining techniques which can enhance treatment outcomes.

Conditions Treated with Dry Needling

  • Chronic Pain 

    • Dry needling effectively relieves chronic pain conditions such as back pain, neck pain, and joint pain by releasing muscle knots.

  • Trigger Points 

    • Dry needling targets and deactivates trigger points, which are hyperirritable spots in muscles that cause pain and discomfort in specific pain referral patterns.

  • Sports Injuries 

    • Athletes benefit from dry needling to recover from sports injuries, reduce muscle soreness, and improve performance.

  • Muscle Tightness 

    • Dry needling alleviates muscle tightness and tension by improving blood flow and promoting relaxation.

  • Headaches 

    • Relieve tension headaches and migraines by addressing tight muscles and trigger points in the neck and shoulders.

  • Joint Pain 

    • Reduce joint pain and stiffness by releasing muscle tension around the affected joints.

Morningside Acupuncture Team

We are Morningside Acupuncture in New York City. If you’ve tried conventional medical treatments without results, or you’re concerned about the dangerous side effects of prescription drugs, you should consider acupuncture and dry needling as alternatives for managing and relieving stress.

Our licensed and board certified team specializes in combining traditional acupuncture with dry needling to treat pain and physcial symptoms of stress.

 Special Offer for New Patients

Get $100 Off Your First Visit 

Take advantage of our special offer for new patients. Book your first session and receive $100 off.

How to Get Started

Follow these easy steps to schedule an appointment with Morningside Acupuncture and claim your discount:

  1. Fill out our online form to get $100 off your first visit:  Here

  2. Call or text us at (917) 830-4440.

Things to Consider if You’ve Never Tried Acupuncture or Dry Needling:

More than 20 million Americans have used acupuncture

Medical doctors refer their patients to acupuncturists more than any other “alternative" care provider

The NIH and World Health Organization have both given formal approval of certain uses of acupuncture

Growing numbers have sought out acupuncturists for chronic pain and health problems when conventional medicine either hasn’t worked nor has answers

51% of medical doctors believe acupuncture to be efficacious and of value

Our Approach at Morningside Acupuncture

Personalized Treatment Plans 

  • We create customized dry needling and acupuncture plans to address your specific issues and improve your overall well-being.

Experienced Practitioners 

  • Our team of licensed and experienced practitioners are skilled in providing safe and effective dry needling treatments.

Holistic Care 

  • We combine dry needling and acupuncture with other holistic therapies to provide comprehensive pain relief and enhance your quality of life.

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Does Acupuncture or Dry Needling Hurt?

Acupuncture: Generally, acupuncture does not hurt. Some people feel the needles as they go in, and some people feel nothing. Acupuncture needles are solid needles, not hollow like hypodermic needles, and they are much, much thinner – about the diameter of a thick human hair. Some patients often feel a slight tingling sensation and others might feel a mild, dull ache indicating the acupuncture point is being activated and the treatment is working.

Dry Needling: Dry needling is a needling technique that involves releasing muscle tightness and trigger points and can involve a strong muscle ache during treatment and some soreness post-treatment that resembles post-workout soreness and may last for up to 72 hours after treatment.

 
 
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Morningside Acupuncture testimonials

“Love Morningside Acupuncture! Dry needling has been immensely helpful in managing my hypermobility and retraining my muscles to work properly. The providers are kind and knowledgeable, and the office is clean with a relaxing atmosphere. Online booking for follow up appointments is super helpful... So glad I found this place!”*

-Sophia

“Had an acupuncture session here with Nick. They used dry needling and trigger point release to help relieve some lower back tension I had. Feels great now! The facility was clean and the staff was nice.”*

-Adam

“Teddy is a really lovely and skilled acupuncturist. I’m very nervous around needles and he’s been incredibly patient in navigating that. I strongly recommend Teddy to anyone looking for an UWS acupuncturist, whether you’re a first timer, nervous wreck around needles like me or an acupuncture pro.”*

-Olivia

“I went to Teddy for acupuncture after an injury before the Chicago marathon. After a few dry needling sessions I was back in my feet and felt fantastic. Teddy walked me through the process, checked-in with me after my sessions and was accommodating every step of the way. Highly recommend.”*

-Reed

“I did dry needling/trigger point release with Nick and it was marvelous! Nick was very attentive and asked questions to help figure out our treatment plan specialized just for me. It was so comforting coming to an establishment that made me feel welcome, safe, and caring. I look forward to our future sessions and journey with Morningside Acupuncture!”*

-Evan

“My experience with Teddy was excellent! He is very knowledgeable and professional. I’m a runner and I went to him for a tight hamstring. Within minutes my hamstring started to feel looser. If you are a runner or play sports, I highly recommend you going to Teddy.”*

-Will

“Had a great acupuncture session with Nick. I would recommend it to anyone needing acupuncture!”*

-Rob

“I hadn't tried acupuncture/dry needling before, but Nick worked wonders on my Achilles, which had been bothering me for years, and helped keep my legs loose and fresh(ish) through a grueling double-marathon season. The fact that Nick is also a runner (and coach) is also extremely helpful!”*

-Shane

“Such a good experience at Morningside Acupuncture. I had never tried dry needling before but Teddy is a magician. I'd been having calf issues for months and needed to get ready for a big soccer tournament so I decided to give acupuncure a try. After only 2 sessions the pain was gone. Highly recommend. Thanks Teddy!”*

-Simon

Conditions & Disorders We Treat

Pain and Musculoskeletal Disorders

  • Muscle Pain

  • Muscle Strains

  • Back Pain

  • Neck Pain

  • Shoulder Pain

  • Hip Pain

  • Knee Pain

  • Elbow Pain

  • Foot Pain

  • Wrist Pain

  • Finger Pain

  • Tendonitis

  • Bursitis

  • Headache, Migraine

  • TMJ Pain

  • Toothache or Post-Extraction PainFrozen Shoulder/Shoulder Pain

  • Rotator Cuff Tear

  • Biceps Tendonitis

  • Tennis Elbow

  • Golfer’s Elbow

  • Sciatica

  • Labrum Tear

  • IT Band Syndrome

  • Piriformis Syndrome

  • Hamstring Strain

  • Achilles Tendonitis

  • Shin Splints

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Post-Surgery Rehab

  • Concussions

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Arthritis

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Fibromyalgia

Neurological Disorders

  • Headache, Migraine

  • Sciatica

  • Peripheral Neuropathy

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Trigeminal Neuralgia

  • Bell’s Palsy

  • Intercostal Neuralgia

  • Tremors

Physical Symptoms of Stress

  • Chronic Pain

  • Muscle tightness

  • Headache; Migraine Digestive Issues

  • IBS

  • Crohn’s disease

  • GERD

  • Acid Reflux

  • Sleep Issues

  • Insomnia

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Chronic Fatigue

  • Heart Palpitations

  • Chest Pain and Tightness

  • Pelvic Pain

  • Fibromyalgia

  • PMS Symptoms

  • Menstrual Cramps

 Have Questions? – Call us at (917) 830-4440 or click here to email us.

Address & Hours

Morningside Acupuncture
900 West End Ave, Suite 1C
New York, NY 10025
Phone: (917) 830-4440
Email click here

Payments Accepted:
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Hours: (By Appointment Only)
Monday: 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Tuesday: 10:00AM – 8:00PM
Wednesday: 10:00AM – 7:00PM
Thursday: 9:00AM – 8:00PM
Friday: 9:00AM – 5:00PM

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* Disclaimer: In accordance with the FTC guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, please be aware that the testimonials appearing on this site reflect real life experiences of those who have used our services. However, they are individual results and results do vary from person to person and cannot be guaranteed.

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900 West End Ave, Suite 1C
New York, NY 10025

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