Columbia's Top Physical Therapists for Dry Needling
Stretching helps, but stubborn trigger points and muscle tension don't care. Salerno Sports Therapy offers dry needling in Columbia for athletes and active adults who want to break the cycle and get back to training.
That Tight Spot Won't Release No Matter What
Stretching Doesn't Touch It
You roll out, stretch for 20 minutes, and feel okay—until you train again and the same spot locks back up within days.
Rest Doesn't Solve Trigger Points
You take a week off and the tightness fades a little, but it never fully goes away. As soon as you load the muscle, the pain is back.
You're Told to Just Manage It
Doctors hand you a stretching sheet and say it'll improve over time. You're still waiting, and your training is taking the hit.
Dry Needling That Goes Beyond Surface Relief
We don't use dry needling as a quick fix. We combine it with manual therapy and strengthening to address what's actually causing the tension. Every session is one-on-one, built around your body and your training.
From Pain to Performance in Three Steps
Talk with us
Schedule a free discovery call so we can learn about your goals, training, and what's been holding you back.
Get your assessment
Complete a full movement and strength assessment with sport-specific testing like running gait analysis or a Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) golf screen.
Follow your plan
Work through one-on-one, exercise-first sessions that build strength, restore confidence, and get you back to your sport.
What Columbia Athletes Are Saying
Hear from athletes and active adults in Columbia who used dry needling to finally break through stubborn pain.
For people of all ages and skill levels, preparation and recovery are key! Dr. Salerno has provided me with all the pre and post round exercises/stretches I need to keep myself in "playing" shape. I highly recommend giving SST a call!
Jay and the team at Salerno Sports Therapy have always provided me great service. Whether it's a small nagging injury or a bigger problem, Jay has the knowledge to not only get me feeling better but make sure it doesn't happen again and I can keep doing the things I love to do
Jay is awesome! He has been instrumental in solving my knee pain and issues while marathon training. He is incredibly knowledgeable and gave me a full strategy to fix my current problems and work to prevent them in the future!
SST was key to my training and prep for my first half marathon. Jay helped me stay injury free as I ramped up the intensity of my runs, and he was willing to help me remotely when I couldn't make in person sessions.
Very professional and highly recommend! I went to see Jay after a week off running due to injury. I had the Chicago marathon approaching in about 2 weeks and really wanted to be healthy and run. Jay worked hard and diligently to get me ready for the marathon — in a short time— and I was able to run the marathon, snag a PR & BQ. Jay continued to work with me post marathon to make sure I had the tools to keep my hips healthy and stronger. I’m happy with my decision to choose Salerno Sports Therapy for my PT needs!
Jay has done an outstanding job working with me. I came to him with bilateral elbow pain and have left with no more pain! He is extremely thorough with his initial evaluation in order to prescribe you with the best possible care. I would highly recommend Salerno Sports Therapy to anyone with any nagging aches and pains OR if you want to prevent those nagging aches and pains from happening. Give Jay a call!
Serving Columbia and more
We're located in Columbia and serve active adults and athletes across Forest Acres, Shandon, Heathwood, Melrose Heights, and the greater Columbia area. If you're looking for performance-focused physical therapy near you, we're here to help.
FAQs
Common questions about dry needling at Salerno Sports Therapy.
Most people feel a deep muscle twitch or brief ache when the needle hits an active trigger point. It's not comfortable, but it's short-lived and the relief afterward is usually noticeable right away.
Acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese medicine and energy pathways. Dry needling is a physical therapy technique that targets specific muscle trigger points and tissue dysfunction based on anatomy and movement science.
It depends on the area, how long you've been dealing with it, and what else is contributing to the tension. Some people get significant relief in 2-3 sessions, but we usually combine needling with a strengthening plan for lasting results.
Yes, and that's usually how we prefer to work. We combine dry needling with manual therapy and exercise in a single session so we're addressing the tissue and building the strength to support it at the same time.
We're out-of-network by choice so we can work without insurance restrictions. We'll give you a receipt you can submit for possible reimbursement, but we don't bill directly. No rules about what we can and can't do in a session.
Still have questions?
Reach out and we'll walk you through how it works.
Ready to Release What Won't Let Go?
Schedule a free discovery call and let's find out if dry needling is the right tool for your pain.
