A TRUSTED NAME FOR IMS (DRY NEEDLING) IN OKOTOKS
All Physiotherapists IMS-Certified ✦ Proven for Chronic Muscle Pain ✦ Fast, Effective Results
YOUR MUSCLES FEEL LOCKED UP — AND NOTHING SEEMS TO HELP
Maybe it's a stiff neck and shoulders that always tighten back up. An IT band that never loosens. Or chronic tension that limits your movement and energy.
You've tried massage therapy, stretching, foam rolling, heat, ice, and rest—but the tightness always returns. Meanwhile, your range of motion gets worse, and you're avoiding certain workouts just to cope.
Here's why: When muscles are stuck in chronic contraction, surface treatments can't reset them. IMS goes deeper—to the nerve-muscle connection—to release tension and restore normal movement.
WHAT IS IMS (INTRAMUSCULAR STIMULATION)?
IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation) is a needling technique that releases shortened muscles and restores normal nerve function.
It’s based on Western medicine and anatomy — not acupuncture points — and is performed only by specially trained physiotherapists.
HOW IMS WORKS
When a nerve becomes irritated or hypersensitive (often after injury or repetitive strain), it causes the muscles it controls to stay partially contracted — creating pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
IMS uses fine, sterile needles to:
✓ Stimulate the affected muscle directly
✓ Cause it to “twitch” and release its chronic contraction
✓ Restore proper nerve-muscle communication
✓ Improve blood flow and healing in the area
The result: Tight, stubborn muscles finally relax — and movement feels free again.
CONDITIONS TREATED WITH IMS DRY NEEDLING
IMS WORKS BEST FOR:
Athletes & Active Adults
Chronic tightness limiting training • Repeated injuries in the same area • IT band, piriformis, or hamstring tension • Muscle imbalances affecting formChronic Muscle Pain
Trigger points that won't go away • Chronic neck or shoulder tension • Back pain that feels muscular • Sciatica-like symptoms from muscle spasm • Tension headaches or postural strainCommon Scenarios
Desk workers with constant shoulder/neck tightness • Runners with recurring hip or calf pain • Lifters whose form suffers from muscle imbalance • Anyone who says, "I've tried everything—nothing lasts"
If this sounds familiar, IMS can help you finally break the cycle.
OUR EASY 3-STEP PATHWAY TO PAIN RELIEF
STEP 1: BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENTSchedule online or call us — no referral required. Benefit: Start your path to lasting relief right away with easy, stress-free booking.
STEP 2: ASSESSMENT BY CERTIFIED PHYSIOTHERAPISTYour physiotherapist will evaluate your posture, mobility, and trigger points to identify where nerve-muscle dysfunction is happening. Benefit: Get a clear explanation of what’s causing your pain — and how IMS will fix it.
STEP 3: TARGETED TREATMENT & LASTING RESULTSUsing fine needles, we target the shortened muscles directly. You’ll feel a quick “twitch” or contraction as the muscle releases. Benefit: Deep, lasting relief that reaches what massage and stretching can’t.
WHY CHOOSE DYNAMIC PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR IMS IN OKOTOKS
All Physiotherapists Certified
Every physiotherapist here is fully trained in IMS and experienced in identifying when it’s most effective.
Reaches the Root Cause
Targets nerve dysfunction — not just surface tightness — for lasting results.
Rapid Improvement
Many patients notice significant relief after just 1–3 sessions.
Integrated with Your Full Plan
IMS works alongside manual therapy, education, and exercise rehab for complete recovery.
Safe and Effective
Performed by licensed physiotherapists using sterile, single-use needles.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Dynamic Physiotherapy, IMS is billed as part of your physiotherapy session and is covered by most extended health insurance plans. For a full breakdown of our current session rates, please visit our Online Booking Portal or contact our clinic directly—our staff is happy to help you understand your coverage and costs.
You may feel a quick cramp or twitch as the muscle releases — most describe it as “intense but worth it.”
Acupuncture follows energy meridians; IMS targets specific muscles and nerves based on medical anatomy.
A little muscle soreness (like after a workout) is normal for 24–48 hours as the tissue resets.
Many see results within 1–3 sessions. More chronic cases may take 4–6.
Yes — we’ll guide you on safe activity levels and exercises to maintain progress.
Yes, IMS is performed by physiotherapists and covered under most extended health plans.
Essentially, they are the same thing. Both IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation) and Dry Needling use thin, sterile needles to target "trigger points" or tight bands in the muscle. While the clinical terminology can vary, both techniques are designed to release muscle tension, reduce nerve irritation, and restart the healing process in chronic injuries.
IMS is a very safe and effective treatment when performed by our certified practitioners. The most common side effect is a mild "muscle ache" or heaviness in the treated area that typically lasts 24–48 hours—very similar to the feeling of a hard workout. Some patients may also experience minor bruising. Most people find that once this temporary soreness fades, their original pain is significantly reduced and their mobility is improved.
READY TO RELEASE THAT CHRONIC TENSION?
Stop chasing short-term fixes. Book your assessment today and find out if IMS can finally give you lasting relief.
