Chapin, SC

(803) 932-9399

Prosperity, SC

(803) 227-4891

Chapin - Dry Needling Consent

Please review the following information PRIOR to consenting to application of dry needling techniques which is recommended by our office as part of your plan of care. Dry Needling is not acupuncture. However, it is a technique that utilizes thin, solid filament needles. This needling technique is used specifically to treat myofascial trigger points, muscle spasms, or dysfunctional tissue. Like any medical procedure, there are possible complications. While these complications are uncommon, they do sometimes occur and must be considered prior to giving consent to the procedure:


· Pain. When a needle is inserted in the correct location, it may briefly reproduce a muscular ache or a twitching response which indicates the technique should be effective in reducing the symptom. You may experience a muscular ache for one or two days followed by an expected improvement in your overall symptoms. It is extremely important that your doctor is made aware if you are feeling uncomfortable with the treatment.




· Infection. Any form of skin penetration creates an opportunity for bacteria to enter the system. In order to minimize the risk, your doctor will follow the proper disinfection procedures and will use only the sterile disposable single-use needles.


· Bruising or Bleeding. On occasion you may experience a small painless bruise or blood spotting in the treated region. Bruising and the blood spotting of this nature would clear very quickly.


· Pneumothorax. There have been approximately 100 reported cases worldwide of acupuncture needles puncturing a lung. This only occurs when needles are inserted too deeply or incorrectly. Pneumothorax is a serious medical condition requiring admission to hospital. Your Doctor has been trained to avoid the lungs and limit needle depth to avoid this occurring.
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Chapin Office

Monday  

8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Tuesday  

8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wednesday  

8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Thursday  

Closed

Friday  

8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Saturday  

Closed

Sunday  

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Prosperity Office

Monday  

8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tuesday  

Closed

Wednesday  

8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thursday  

8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Friday  

8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday  

Closed

Sunday  

Closed