Experience Fast Pain Relief with Dry Needling!

Release muscle pain and stubborn trigger points.
Get lasting relief from neck, shoulder, back, and sports-related pain — often in just 2-4 sessions.

Book Your First Session – Only $120 (normally $160)

What is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is a highly effective, evidence-based technique that uses thin, sterile needles to target and release painful muscle knots (called trigger points). Unlike traditional acupuncture, dry needling focuses specifically on muscle & joint pain.

It helps reset overactive muscles, improve blood flow, reduce inflammation, and restore normal movement — making it one of the fastest ways to relieve chronic and acute pain without medication or months of waiting.

Why Choose Dry Needling for Pain Relief?

  • ✅ Rapid relief from muscle tension and pain
  • ✅ Improved mobility and range of motion
  • ✅ Effective for both acute and chronic conditions
  • ✅ Minimal downtime, most people return to daily activities right away
  • ✅ Drug-free, natural approach to pain management
  • ✅ Complements physical therapy, chiropractic, and massage

Common Conditions We Help With:

  • Neck and shoulder pain / tension headaches
  • Lower back pain and sciatica
  • Sports injuries and muscle strains
  • Runner’s knee and IT band syndrome
  • Upper back and postural pain from desk work
  • Hip and glute pain / tightness

How Dry Needling Works

During a session, the practitioner locates the specific trigger points causing pain and inserts a few very fine needles. This creates a local twitch response that releases the muscle, improves circulation, and interrupts the pain cycle.
Most sessions last 30–45 minutes and feel a bit like a deep tissue release (but slightly different). Like a massage, there is some local muscle discomfort during the treatment and this deep muscle ache is helpful to achieve a good response.

Special Intro Offer:

First Dry Needling Session – Only $120 (normally $160)

Includes consultation + treatment. No long-term commitment required.
Schedule Now: Select Dry Needling (Initial Consult) below and on the booking page “Add Appointment Note” with discount code ONLY120.


Meridian Health Clinic – Eric Schmidt, LAc
Licensed Practitioner (LAc) • Evidence-Based Pain Relief
📍 Santa Monica, CA • Free parking!

Questions? Call 310-699-4533

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