Persistent muscle tightness or pain can limit how you move, exercise, and feel throughout the day. Many people try stretching, massage, or rest, yet the discomfort continues to return. Dry Needling offers a targeted approach that addresses muscle dysfunction at its source to reduce pain and restore normal movement.
Dry Needling is commonly used to address muscle-related pain and movement limitations. Our physical therapists use this technique to help treat conditions such as:
Dry Needling is used to release tight or overactive muscles that interfere with normal movement and function. Our physical therapists begin with a thorough assessment to identify trigger points and movement patterns contributing to your symptoms. During treatment, thin filiform needles are placed into specific muscles to reduce tension, improve circulation, and restore muscle activation. Dry Needling is often combined with Therapeutic Exercises, movement retraining, and hands-on techniques to reinforce lasting improvements. Education and home strategies are included to help maintain progress between visits. The goal is to create meaningful change that supports long-term pain relief and better movement.
Choosing the right provider for Dry Needling matters, especially when precision and experience are essential. Our clinics focus on individualized care, consistent treatment, and evidence-based techniques that support safe and effective outcomes.
Your first visit includes a detailed evaluation to determine whether Dry Needling is appropriate for your condition and goals. Treatment may begin early in your plan of care and is adjusted based on how your body responds. Sessions often combine Dry Needling with movement and exercise to reinforce improved muscle function. Care progresses gradually, with a focus on consistency, comfort, and long-term results.
Dry Needling helps reduce muscle tension, improve range of motion, and decrease pain that limits daily activity or performance. Many patients notice faster relief when muscle dysfunction is addressed directly. Over time, this approach supports improved movement quality, better performance, and increased confidence in everyday activities.
You do not have to live with persistent muscle pain or tightness that limits your movement. Dry Needling can help restore balance, reduce discomfort, and support more efficient movement. Schedule your appointment online and take the next step toward feeling better with personalized physical therapy care.
Dry Needling is a treatment performed by trained physical therapists that uses thin needles to target tight or dysfunctional muscles and trigger points.
Sensation varies, but patients often feel a brief muscle twitch or pressure followed by relief. Treatment is always adjusted to your tolerance.
Yes. Dry Needling is safe when performed by trained professionals and is always based on your medical history and individual needs.
Some patients experience improvement after one or two sessions, while others see gradual progress over several visits depending on the condition.
Absolutely. Dry Needling is commonly combined with therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and movement training to support long-term outcomes.
Dr. Brevin Zollinger has participated in sports and other movement based activities his entire life, which led him to pursue a career in Physical Therapy. He earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Utah, where he built a strong clinical foundation and developed a genuine interest in helping people stay healthy and performing at their best. He is trained in dry needling and continues to expand his skill set with additional specializations to better serve his patients.
Brevin is committed to helping people heal, move, and return to the activities they love. He and his wife live in St. George, where they take full advantage of the area’s recreation. Outside the clinic, Brevin enjoys golf, pickleball, volleyball, basketball, and just about any sport that keeps him moving.