Targeted dry needling and Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) that reach the tight, knotted muscle deep beneath the surface, releasing trigger points that massage and stretching alone cannot.
Dry needling uses a thin, sterile filament needle to reach a trigger point: a tight, irritable knot within a muscle that refers pain elsewhere in the body. IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation) is a refined, anatomy-based form of dry needling that targets shortened muscles linked to irritated nerves. Unlike an injection, nothing is delivered through the needle, hence "dry."
When the needle reaches a trigger point, the muscle often produces a brief twitch. That twitch is the goal: it signals the muscle to release its excess tension, restore blood flow, and reset the pain signal it had been sending.
Because it reaches tissue that hands-on techniques cannot, dry needling is especially effective for deep, stubborn tension that keeps returning despite stretching, massage, or rest.
Dr. Duani first identifies the muscles responsible for your pain, then inserts the needle precisely into the trigger point. Most patients feel a deep ache or a quick twitch rather than a sharp pain. Needles are single-use and sterile, and treatment usually takes only a few minutes per area.
Dr. Duani combines dry needling and IMS with classic chiropractic and rehabilitation, so the muscle is not only released but retrained to stay relaxed. With over 20 years of clinical experience and clinics in Tel Aviv and Tuval (Karmiel), every treatment is precise, safe, and tailored to your pain.
No. Acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese meridians, while dry needling is based on Western anatomy and targets specific muscular trigger points. The needles look similar, but the reasoning and technique are different.
Most people feel a deep ache or a brief muscle twitch rather than sharp pain. Any discomfort is short-lived, and patients usually feel looser within a day.
Yes, when performed by a trained, licensed practitioner. Dr. Duani uses single-use sterile needles and assesses you thoroughly before treating.
It is normal to feel mild soreness in the treated area for a day or two, similar to after a workout. Light movement and hydration help it settle.
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