Struggling with Tight Muscles, Trigger Points, or Stubborn Pain?
You’ve tried stretching, massage, even rest—but that deep, nagging tension just keeps coming back.
At Walsh Chiropractic and Physical Therapy of Hagerstown, we offer dry needling therapy —a modern, research-supported technique that helps release tight muscles, reduce pain, and accelerate healing. Whether you’re recovering from injury, dealing with chronic pain, or feeling stiff from overuse, dry needling may be the breakthrough your body needs.
Our team integrates dry needling with chiropractic care and physical therapy when appropriate, giving you a complete, coordinated recovery plan—all under one roof.
What Is Dry Needling?
A Modern Muscle Therapy Backed by Science
Dry needling is a specialized technique that uses thin, sterile needles inserted into specific muscle trigger points. The goal? To release built-up tension in overactive muscles and stimulate the body’s natural healing response.
Unlike acupuncture, dry needling is based on modern musculoskeletal science and targets knots, spasms, and irritated tissues for direct relief.
How It Works
Find the trigger point: We locate tight bands of muscle or areas of dysfunction.
Insert a thin filament needle: This helps disrupt the pain cycle and stimulate blood flow.
Muscle resets and releases: Patients often feel a brief twitch or mild ache—followed by deep relief and easier movement.
Treatments are safe, quick, and often produce results in just a few visits.
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We don't guess. We listen. We listen to your story, your symptoms, and your goals. Then we perform a comprehensive assessment that goes far beyond basic posture checks.
We evaluate: Is the nervous system functioning? The biomechanics—and that's how your body moves and compensates for movement. Soft tissue restrictions. Lifestyle stressors that could be impacting your health. This gives us a full picture—not of just where it hurts, but why it's happened.
Once we've assessed your body, we explain everything in clear, relatable terms. Think real-world analogies, not confusing doctorspeak. You'll finally understand what's going on in your body, how your nervous system and movement patterns are impacting your symptoms, and why the same issue keeps coming back. This step is designed to empower you—not just treat you.
We combine gentle chiropractic adjustments with targeted soft tissue therapy to restore alignment and function—without force or cookie-cutter routines. We tailor care to your unique needs. Whether you're a new mom needing postpartum support, an athlete recovering from overuse, a parent seeking natural care for your child, or just ready to stop masking symptoms and start healing.
Every visit includes guidance: movement tips, posture tweaks, mindset shifts, and real strategies you can use at home to accelerate your results. You won't just get adjusted—you'll walk away knowing exactly how to take care of your body between visits. Because healing isn't just something that we do to you. It's something we partner with you.
Our goal isn't to fix you. It's to help your body work the way it was designed to—so you can stay active, clear, and resilient for the long haul.
Most patients come in for relief, but they stay because they finally understand their body—and trust it.
If you wanted to book a, uh, free consult, go ahead and give us a call at 240-347-4360 or hit the link below and go fill out that form.
At Walsh Chiropractic and Physical Therapy of Hagerstown (formerly Walsh Wellness Center), we believe what gets you better keeps you better.
What We Do with Dry Needling—And Why It Works
Not acupuncture, but it does use needles. These techniques help untangle muscle knots and calm stubborn tension:
Trigger Point Dry Needling – Direct hit on those deep knots that cause pain. You’ll feel the difference.
Superficial Dry Needling – A lighter approach—less intense, but still effective.
Deep Tissue Needling – For those long-term, deep-set issues. Gets to the root.
Periosteal Pecking – Targets where tendon meets bone to kickstart healing.
Electrical Dry Needling – Adds a gentle pulse to the needle for even deeper release. Feels weird… but in a good way.
Functional Dry Needling – Done while you move—great for retraining how muscles fire.
Postural Restoration with Dry Needling – Combines muscle release with postural reset.
Myofascial Chain Release – Targets connected tension patterns. Neck pain might start at your foot—this helps trace it.
What It Feels Like
Patients often describe dry needling as:
A deep ache or twitch during the session
A sense of muscle release and relaxation shortly after
Mild soreness for a day or so—similar to post-workout fatigue
It’s minimally uncomfortable, non-invasive, and designed for maximum therapeutic benefit.
Conditions We Treat with Dry Needling
Effective for a Wide Range of Pain and Performance Issues
Muscle & Myofascial Pain
Trigger points
Muscle spasms
Chronic tightness and tension
Joint & Nerve Pain
Sciatica
Back and neck pain
Carpal tunnel
Shoulder tension
Sports & Overuse Injuries
Tendinitis
Shin splints
Tennis elbow / Golfer’s elbow
Runner’s knee
Postural pain and work-related stress injuries
Other Services That Support Your Healing
Dry needling is just one of the many tools we use to help you heal naturally and effectively. Depending on your needs, we may also recommend:
Why Choose Us for Dry Needling in Hagerstown?
Local Expertise, Integrated Care
Chiropractic-Based Provider
Dry needling at Walsh Chiropractic and Physical Therapy of Hagerstown is performed by a licensed chiropractor trained in musculoskeletal assessment and needle technique. This means more accurate targeting—and safer, more effective treatment.
Coordinated With Other Services
We often combine dry needling with chiropractic adjustments, rehab exercises, or soft tissue therapy to maximize results and help your body truly heal.
Comfortable, Caring Environment
You’ll always know what to expect. We walk you through each session, answer your questions, and create a calm, supportive space for healing.
Book Your Dry Needling Consultation Today
Say Goodbye to Stubborn Pain—Naturally
Dry needling is in high demand—and for good reason. It’s fast, precise, and often the missing piece for people struggling with unresolved pain.
Call (240) 347-4360 to schedule your consultation with a trusted wellness center in Hagerstown MD.
Note: Your consultation includes time to speak with our team and explore care options—but does not include a physical exam or dry needling session.
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Meet Dr. Patrick Walsh
Dr. Patrick Walsh is a board-certified chiropractor with 13 years of hands-on experience and the owner of Walsh Chiropractic and Physical Therapy of Hagerstown. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University and is fully licensed in the state of Maryland. Dr. Walsh is certified in physiotherapy and has successfully completed all four parts of the NBCE board exams. His areas of expertise include chiropractic care, pediatric and prenatal chiropractic, sports injury treatment, pain relief, dry needling, and physical therapy. He provides trusted, patient-centered care for individuals of all ages.
Why People Travel for Dry Needling That Works
Walsh Chiropractic and Physical Therapy of Hagerstown provides dry needling services to patients in Hagerstown and throughout the surrounding region. While our clinic is based right here in Washington County, people from nearby towns often choose to visit us for targeted muscle relief and advanced soft tissue care as part of their recovery plan.
This therapy is commonly used to address chronic tension, trigger points, and movement restrictions—and we’re proud to serve a wide range of communities who seek out this level of care.
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Halfway, MD, USA
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Falling Waters, WV 25419, USA
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Maugansville, MD, USA
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Wilson-Conococheague, MD, USA
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Robinwood, MD, USA
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Leitersburg, MD 21742, USA
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Paramount-Long Meadow, MD 21742, USA
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Chewsville, MD 21783, USA
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Fountainhead-Orchard Hills, MD 21742, USA