Hi Susan, All the same precautions for electrical stimulation with pads should be followed with Needle stimulation. Of course, we would not touch the...

I think that is fine Rachel- it depends on the depth they really want to go and most patients are happy with what you described. @Susan you can also d...

Hi Marisa, I have treated Migraines for a long time and have worked with patients getting Botox for various reasons- I assume based on your question y...

Hi Sarah, There is no issue with needling him and based on our research there is benefit to DN for spasticity ( more to come). I would not of course ...

Hi Ladies, While I can not relate to your pain 🙂 I loved the post and the sharing of info. We at IDN do not teach to use DN during labor but the pri...

Christina, I would have needled proximally at the common fibular nerve based on your description of her distribution on pain on the dorsum of the foot...

Yes, I would start more proximately and work my way down towards the involved area. Certainly makes sense to move down along the nerve pathways, and e...

Also Christin I would go on your dashboard and complete your practitioner directory- patients with heel pain are looking for treatment from clinicians...

Hi Christin, Yes you can needle through the plantar aspect- it can be difficult in some patients so you can do cupping first to desensitize the planta...

Hi Hong, He looks like a clear SCM so I would needle both either AP or PA especially -if palpation reproduces the familiar symptoms. Give that a try ...

Hi Linh, If you have significant concerns in one area you can alway trial other areas that said I have never had an issue with Keloids with DN. The...

Hi Emily, I have combined the two for many years- I just do the cupping first OR I needle around the cups I tend to avoid needling then cupping becaus...

Amy, the problem is needling into an area that is insensate and certainly that has decreased circulation. If you feel they are able to be needled I w...

Hi Jodi, The short answer is yes- I use small gauge .16-.18mm x 15mm needles to do superficial needling in the effected dermatome avoiding of course a...

Hi Dr. Russell, There is FMRi research showing that needling effects the limbic system, which is one area for anxiety and the best way to access this ...