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Integrative Dry Needling

Integrative dry needling is based on neuro-anatomy and modern scientific study of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems. A very fine filament needle is inserted through the skin and into the deeper tissues that are considered trigger points to your pain. Dry needling works by causing a micro lesion within the pathological tissue thus breaking up shortened tissues, inhibiting a reflex ar... Read More

Integrative dry needling is based on neuro-anatomy and modern scientific study of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems. A very fine filament needle is inserted through the skin and into the deeper tissues that are considered trigger points to your pain. Dry needling works by causing a micro lesion within the pathological tissue thus breaking up shortened tissues, inhibiting a reflex arc from the nervous system to the tissue, normalizing the inflammatory response, and centrally mediating the pain. This mechanical and neuromuscular effect provides an environment that enhances the body’s ability to heal which ultimately reduces pain.

Dr. Tania Schmitfranz

DR. TANIA SCHMITFRANZ, PT, DPT, MS, C-IDN, GTS

Dr. Tania Schmitfranz is a doctor of physical therapy who opened her own clinical practice, St Pete Dry Needling, in January of 2022. She received her Bachelor’s degree in International Business & Economics and her Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Arkansas, then went on to complete her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Florida. She has clinical experience in various settings, working with an assortment of populations such as professional/collegiate athletes, US Army special operators, amputees, Parkison’s disease, and post-surgical patients. Dr. Schmitfranz specializes in sports and orthopedics, holding certifications in Advanced Dry Needling, Graston, Functional Movement Screening, Kinesio/Rock Taping, and USA Weightlifting. Her interests outside of work include Olympic weightlifting, crossfit, sand volleyball, SUP, and kayaking/hiking with her dog Taro.

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Certifications:

Integrative Dry Needling - Foundations/Advanced

Graston - M1/M2/GTS

Rock Tape - FMT Basic/Advanced

USA Weightlifting - Level 1

Crossfit - Level 1

DR. TANIA SCHMITFRANZ, PT, DPT, MS, C-IDN, GTS Dr. Tania Schmitfranz is a doctor of physical th... Read More

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