Dry Needling Flashcards
1
Q
How does TDN work?
A
We don’t really know but…
Endogenous analgesia
Decreased temporal summation
Reduced cytokines
Changes in local tissue chemicals like endorphin
Counter-irritant input
Placebo
Expectation
Psychosocial
2
Q
Is TDN safe?
A
Yes
3
Q
What types of adverse events can happen with TDN?
A
Bleeding
Bruising
Pain during tx
Pain after tx
Fatigue
Local infection (0.01%)
Vertigo (0.22%)
Nausea (0.15%)
Pneumothorax (0.001%)
Systemic infection (0.001%)
Nerve injury (0.014%)
4
Q
What safety precautions do we take when doing TDN?
A
Positioning & draping
Wash hands
PPE
Alcohol prep
Sterile, single use needles
Sharps disposal
