What is dry needling?
Dry needling is a therapeutic technique in which a trained chiropractor inserts small, sterile, filament needles into the skin and muscle. Dry needling evokes a healing response in painful neuromuscular conditions.
At Russo Chiropratic Clinic, our examination & treatment methods are designed to meet the needs of each patient & restore their quality of life. We use specific therapies including:
• Class 4 Lumix Laser Therapy
• Computerized Spinal Decompression Tables
• Digital X-Ray unit for instant diagnostics
• Low force instrumentative spinal adjustment & manipulation for those timid of manipulations
• Members of a medical team.
• Rehabilitative Exercises
• Nutritional & Lifestyle Counseling
• Soft Tissue Modalities
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Scheduling
We are open Monday - Friday and start seeing patients as early as 8:30am, with our last patient scheduled for 4:30pm. We can usually fit you in from 24 to 48 hours after your call!
Insurance
We accept most insurance companies and once scheduled, we would be happy to assist you to answer your health insurance questions. We also accept Care Credit for easy self pay installment plans.
4417 Lorino St., Suite 104, Metairie, LA 70006
Office : 504.407.0896 | Fax: 504.582.9710
4417 Lorino St., Suite 104
Metairie, LA 70006
RUSSOCHIROPRACTIC.COM
ABOUT THE DOCTOR
Dr. Rusty Russo is a native New Orleanian & comes from a family of prestigious dentists & medical doctors in the Metairie area. Dr. Russo began his pre-med curriculum at Loyola University in New Orleans in which he attended on academic scholarship.
He recieved a Bachelor’s in Zoology from Loyola University & then went on to recieve his Doctor of Chriopractic from Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena Texas. His hobbies include competitive bodybuilding & strength & conditioning training.
How does it work?
The needle used in the procedure is very thin and may produce a twitch response. Research has shown that when a needle is successfully inserted into the dysfunctional area, it can cause a favorable bio-chemical change. Inserting the needle can help return the muscle to it’s normal, relaxed state over time. The treated area will respond by increasing blood flow to create a healing response. Typically within a few visits, patients see positive results including reduced chronic pain, improved strength and flexibility. Our licensed and credentialed chiropractor will guide you through the process so you can know what to expect.
Is it like acupuncture?
No. Acupuncture and dry needling are two very different treatments. Here’s why: DRY NEEDLING is based on Western medical principles and evidence-based research. The technique targets the painful area to induce a healing response in nerves, muscles, and connective tissue. Dry needling is used to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions.
Dry needling can...
• Improve pain control
• Reduce muscle tension
• Normalize dysfunctions of the motor end plates —The sites at which nerve impulses are transmitted to muscles
• Speed up rehabilitation
Painful conditions that respond well to Dry Needling:
• Neck, back and shoulder pain
• Arm pain (tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, golfer’s elbow)
• Headaches
• TMJ
• Hip and leg pain
• Plantar fasciitis
• Fibromyalgia
• Common aches and pains