In this video, I'll explain what dry needling is and the difference between dry needling and acupuncture for pain management and relief, and how they differ from acupressure. You should have a good understanding in the end of how to use dry needling vs acupuncture vs acupressure to manage your muscular pain and also achieve a more relaxed state. ▶The Link to the Acupressure Mat I use: https://amzn.to/3NESCYz It's called Spoonk, the only one I've used for years. I'm aware new acupressure mats have emerged since then, so just read the reviews and make sure it's durable. What is Dry Needling Dry needling and acupuncture are both techniques that involve insertion of thin needles into the body. Dry needling is primarily focused on relieving muscle pain and tension by targeting trigger points and muscular knots. It is based on western anatomical and neurophysiological aspects. What is Acupuncture Acupuncture is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and aims to balance the flow of energy through meridians in the body to promote overall health and can also be used for healing. Musculoskeletal issues. Dry Needling vs Acupressure Acupressure is different from dry needling in that its based on acupuncture pinciples but involve applying pressure to specific points on the body instead of needles. Piriformis, sciatica stretches and mobility exercises playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhXAVY3ejK2G2qt953TpkwldrYF2ifaJh Healing piriformis and lower back pain playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhXAVY3ejK2HlSzaseCRcl-yEJHEpm2LI PROGRAMS: ▶Piriformis Control: https://www.coachsofiafitness.com/piriformis-control/ ▶Piriformis Stretching Guide: https://www.coachsofiafitness.com/piriformis-stretching-guide/ ▶Back Pain Control: https://www.coachsofiafitness.com/join-back-pain-bootcamp/ ▶Trapezius Control: https://www.coachsofiafitness.com/trapezius-control/ ✮CHANNEL INFORMATION Coach Sofia helps women and men fix lower back pain, piriformis syndrome, and muscle pain through corrective strengthening exercise, nutrition and mindset. Coach Sofia is a certified strength coach, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, and someone who conquered chronic pain herself after being diagnosed in 2011 with piriformis syndrome, an L5/S1 herniation, and ankylosing spondylitis. She shares everything that helped her heal and get her life back on her blog and this channel. ✮FITNESS AND HEALTH DISCLAIMER While I create and design every workout and routine, I am physically not present to coach you through the workout, fix your form, or assess your fitness level and health history. Before acting on any information, exercise routine, or nutrition advice on this channel or blog, you should consult your physician first. If you have a medical condition, including physical injuries, and/or your physician advises against it, do not engage in any exercise routine or training advice on coach sofia fitness channel or site. If you agree to use, and act on any information on this website, you accept to use it at your own risk. All information, workouts, and nutrition information are not intended to substitute medical and/or health advice or to treat an illness or health condition. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGfBftY_ul0

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