Dry Needling

“Discover How You Can Get “Cured” With a Treatment Called Dry Needling”

Break Free from Aches & Pains With Dry Needling

If you are experiencing pain or dysfunction, you are not alone; more than 50 million adults suffer from chronic pain yearly. Fortunately, physical therapy is one of your pain-relief options! Our Fort Myers, Cape Coral & Estero, FL, physical therapy clinics offer dry needling as a therapeutic service to our patients in need.

If you are unfamiliar with this treatment and its numerous health benefits, it is important to understand that it is only one of several treatment options available at Back In Motion Physical Therapy & Performance. It is a technique for relieving pain, increasing mobility, and reducing muscle tension.

What is Dry Needling & How Does it Work?

Contrary to popular belief, dry needling is not acupuncture. While the two therapies share some similarities, dry needling is based on western medical and research approaches. This treatment simply provides an environment that promotes the body’s ability to heal while also relieving pain. A sterilized needle is inserted between the skin and the damaged tendons, ligaments, or muscles to relieve pain, reduce muscular tension, and increase movement.

Many people believe that dry needling is painful because of the name. However, the vast majority of our patients report minimal to no discomfort during and after in-office procedures. Our highly skilled physical therapists will make your treatment as pleasant as possible. Patients may experience muscle pain for up to 48 hours following the procedure, but this usually resolves on its own. Home remedies for sore muscles include cold and/or heat packs, as well as plenty of fluids.

We’ve discovered that when traditional exercise-based treatments are combined with dry needling, the majority of our patients achieve the pain-free results they desire. After a thorough exam to determine the severity of your problem, our physical therapists will tell you if this is the best course of therapy for you!

Targeted Pain Relief: Dry needling focuses on specific trigger points, providing effective pain relief for various musculoskeletal conditions.
Improved Range of Motion: Dry needling can enhance flexibility and restore normal movement patterns by releasing muscle tension and tightness.
Faster Recovery: Dry needling can accelerate the healing process by stimulating blood flow and promoting tissue repair in the treated areas.
Non-Invasive Approach: Unlike surgery, dry needling is a minimally invasive, reducing the risk of complications and downtime.

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Tonia O.

Sports Injury

My Sports Injury Pain is CURED!

“I tried other forms of treatment with no benefit. It wasn’t until I tried this approach that now I’m feeling much improved and running injury-free. If it worked for me, it will work for you, too.“

Sarah H.

Sports Injury

Absolute Miracle Workers!

“My sports injury as an Olympic gold medalist stemmed from my hip, and Dr. Gray found this with his Gray Method approach. I’m happy to say that I’m now 100% pain-free and back to skiing in the Olympics once again!”

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How We Treat With Dry Needling

Watch this quick video and learn why aches & pain occurs and how we treat it at Back in Motion Physical Therapy & Performance.

Common Conditions That Can Be Treated with Dry Needling

Lower Back & Sciatica

Sports Injury

Neck Pain & Stiffness

Shoulder & Rotator Cuff

Hip Pain

Knee Pain

Foot, Ankle, & Plantar Fasciitis

Pelvic Floor & Woman's Health

Whiplash & Motor Vehicle Injuries

Headache

TMJ Treatment

Hand, Wrist, & Elbow

Why Choose Us for Your
Dry Needling Treatment?

One-on-One care & Same Therapist Each Visit
Private Treatment Rooms
Progress at Your Own Pace
We Fix the Cause & Not the Symptom
We Use Latest Technology
Doctors of Physical Therapy & Certified Pelvic Health Therapist

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Our 3-Step Approach to
Addressing & Dry Needling Treatment

Our approach, known as the Gray Method™, focuses on targeting and resolving the root cause of your issue, ensuring that you won't have to face it again.

Detect

The first step is to detect or figure out what is causing your pain, stiffness, or your limitation.

Fix the Cause

We'll address the issue head on once we know what the culprit is.

Get Back to Being Active & Pain-free

Get back to your active, healthy, and happy lifestyle

We Have Over 180+ 5-Star Google Reviews

Cyrus Settineri

22:54 04 Dec 23

Dr Sharon was diligent in dealing with my back and neck issues. She increased my mobility tremendously and the home exercises she gave me did wonders for my golf game and general health. I want to continue a program to increase my mobility even more and enjoy the benefits of painless activities. Her program has done wonders

Nancy Svec

15:12 24 Aug 23

Cindy Spangenberg

22:35 19 Jul 23

Dr Scott Gray and staff are amazing, I could not put my arm behind my back.( frozen shoulder) with a few sessions of therapy also teaching me how to take care of it at home , I am good as new .Love this place:) Everyone is courteous, professional and very knowledgeable.

Steven Klauber

15:32 30 Mar 23

In September 2022 I had a complex shoulder surgery and began a regimen of physical therapy with Dr. Sharon Sims of Back in Motion here in Verandah. I can only say that today I’m in better physical shape then I’ve been in years. By following her treatment plan I’m able to play “pain free golf” a couple of time a week and participate in fitness activities -- pickleball is next on my list. It wasn’t easy, requiring a lot of work, but it paid off. Thanks Dr. Sharon.I have been seeing Dr. Sharon for a few weeks. After the 2nd visit the severe lower back pain was alleviated. So much so that I have been able to resume golf with much better swing ( although that's not saying much LoL).If you need physical therapy this is the place and she is the right doctor.Be prepared to work hard. If you follow directions you'll be satisfied.

Pat Pom

20:00 02 Feb 23

Lorri Albrecht

21:11 04 Jan 23

Dr. Sharon is a miracle worker! I ended up with nerve damage after a partial knee replacement and was very slow to recover. Dr. Sharon kept me motivated even though I was not seeing immediate improvement. I kept at it and she has helped me build back my quad strength and range of motion. She noticed I also had some back issues and the orthopedic inserts she recommended for me are really alleviating my back pain and helping me with my gait. I also tried dry needling and that also helped relieve pain and helped with my range of motion. My surgeon said it could take up to a year for my nerves to regenerate and I plan on continuing to see Dr. Sharon until I reach my goal of walking without a limp and being able to resume an active lifestyle. Dr. Sharon was able to adapt exercises so that I could feel that I was improving and her vast experience in the field was obvious. I strongly recommend Dr. Sharon for both flexibility and pain treatment as well as post operative care. She is the best!

Karl Schmitt

16:25 01 Dec 22

Sharon is an excellent physical therapist, highly competent, professional and personable! She has been helping me with both my shoulder and my back. I am now comfortably walking, doing the elliptical and biking, and will be golfing and playing pickleball soon. Thanks so much!

P Vandegriff

21:25 10 Sep 22

I attended an arthritis discovery seminar by Dr. Sharon Sims and found it very informative. I booked my first appointment for an evaluation and the office staff made the process extremely easy and more importantly, efficient! Dr. Sharon's diagnosis was thorough and a treatment plan immediately put into place and future appointments booked. I feel much better after just 4 appointments. Thank you, Dr. Sharon and Back in Motion! Highly recommend!

gary reich

14:49 05 Mar 22

I suffered a stroke in early October 2021. The stroke mostly resulted in numbness and loss of sensory perception on my left side. However, Dr. Sharon pointed out that it also involved some loss of some motor skills along with a weakened sense of balance.Dr. Sharon has been working with me not only in strengthening my left side but also increasing my sense of balance which has definitely improved over the last several weeks. My golf game has also improved as a result of the therapy.Dr. Sharon’s diagnostic and evaluation skills are exceptional along with her ability to arrive at a treatment plan that has reduced some of the damage from my stroke. I highly recommend Dr. Sharon and am thankful for the physical therapy which she has provided.Thanks,Gary C. Reich D.D.S. ( retired)