Dry Needling in Pflugerville, TX

Release the Tension. Rebuild the Movement.

Dry needling at OPAL targets trigger points and restricted tissue to reduce pain, improve mobility, and create the foundation for lasting movement change.

For active adults who want more than surface-level relief

You have stubborn tightness that stretching can't fix

You've been stretching and foam rolling for months, but the tension keeps coming back. Dry needling targets the source at a deeper level.

You've tried PT or massage but keep hitting the same wall

Massage and standard PT gave temporary relief, but the same areas keep locking up. Dry needling targets what those approaches left behind.

You want targeted relief built into a real movement plan

You want dry needling done by a certified physical therapist, integrated into a real plan — not just isolated as a single-session fix.

What we treat with dry needling

From trigger points to post-injury tension, we use dry needling to help active adults reduce pain and restore movement for training.

Low back pain

Neck and shoulder pain

Hip tightness

IT band syndrome

Headaches and migraines

Plantar fasciitis

Trigger point pain

Post-injury tension

How It Works

A clear path from where you are to where you want to be

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Start with a thorough assessment

We evaluate your movement patterns, discuss your goals and  background, and identify what's holding you back from performing at your best.

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Build your personalized plan

Based on your assessment, we create a customized program that addresses your specific limitations and aligns with your performance goals.

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Progress with expert coaching and education

Through one-on-one sessions, you'll build strength, improve movement quality, and gain the knowledge to train smarter for the long term.

Hear from active adults who found real relief

Real results from people who stopped chasing the same pain and started moving better.

Dr. Morgan is wonderful. I’ve met her in person and she’s incredibly kind, down-to-earth, and truly passionate about helping people understand their bodies. Even before coming in regularly, her online videos and education have been so helpful — practical, easy to follow, and actually effective. You can tell she really cares and wants people to feel empowered, not overwhelmed. I’m looking forward to coming in for sessions soon. Highly recommend her and Opal Movement!
Alexa Morris
I can't overstate how valuable and helpful working with Dr. Riggins has been for my overall fitness during this past year. I first sought her services during my training cycle for a marathon I ran in February, thanks in great part to her insights and the strength and mobility program she designed specifically to help me not only get to the start line healthy, but also perform my best that day as well as going forward. If you are into ANY sort of fitness activities at all, whether it is running, cycling, swimming, etc, I highly recommend consulting with her and letting her design a program that is tailored to you, so that you can be at your absolute best now and in the future. You won't regret it!
Juan J. Arrieta
So many great things to say about Opal Movement Therapy. Dr. Morgan is the best of the best! Being a pediatric OT and an athlete, I really started to feel the wear and tear on my body. Dr. Morgan's knowledge, curiosity, compassion, and skill found the root cause to my back pain and she did what she does best - got her patient back to doing what they love. I'm back back to going hard in the gym, back to running consecutive miles, and I'm able to enjoy my career pain free. Opal Movement Therapy is the place to get you where you need and want to be!
Mallorie Garcia
Areas We Serve

Serving active adults across Pflugerville and the greater Austin area

Whether you're in Pflugerville, Round Rock, or nearby communities, OPAL provides personalized physical therapy to help you move better and perform at your best.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn how dry needling works at OPAL and what makes it different.

Do you take insurance?

We're cash-based and out-of-network. We provide itemized receipts for potential reimbursement and accept HSA/FSA. Payment plans are available.

Is dry needling the same as acupuncture?

No. Dry needling is a PT technique targeting trigger points and restricted muscle tissue. It's distinct from acupuncture and is applied within the context of physical therapy to support movement retraining.

Can I come in just for a dry needling session?

We don't offer single-modality visits. Dry needling is one tool within your PT plan, and lasting results come from pairing it with movement retraining, not using it in isolation.

Does dry needling hurt?

You may feel a brief twitch response or mild soreness during and after treatment. This is normal and typically resolves within 24 hours. Most clients notice improved movement soon after.

How does dry needling fit into my overall plan?

Your physical therapist integrates dry needling to reduce tissue restriction and calm overactive muscles before movement training. It's one targeted tool within your broader PT plan.

Still have questions?

Book a phone consult to learn if dry needling is the right fit.

Train smarter, move better, and stay active for life

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