Dry Needling Explained: Safety Guidelines, Risks, and Clinical Practice Standards

Dry needling is a widely used therapeutic technique for treating musculoskeletal pain, but how safe is it—and what standards should professionals follow? In this video, we break down dry needling guidelines, risks, and practice standards based on authoritative clinical sources and international regulations.

You’ll learn how dry needling works using Western anatomical and neurophysiological principles, the difference between superficial and deep needling, and why extensive training is essential for safe practice. We also discuss informed consent, hygiene and sterilization requirements, and the most critical contraindications—such as the risk of pneumothorax—that every clinician must understand.

Whether you’re a physical therapist, healthcare student, or simply curious about modern pain management techniques, this video provides a clear, evidence-based overview of what makes dry needling both effective and potentially risky when not properly performed.

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