Which side effect is considered uncommon in dry needling?

The consideration of vertigo as an uncommon side effect in dry needling is based on the typical responses patients may have following the procedure. Dry needling often leads to immediate and localized side effects such as pain at the insertion site, fatigue due to muscle relaxation or increased activity following the treatment, and minor bleeding or hematoma due to the insertion of needles into the skin and muscle tissue. These effects are relatively common and generally mild.

In contrast, vertigo, which is a sensation of spinning or dizziness, is not a typical response associated with dry needling techniques. While some patients might experience various reactions post-needling, vertigo is not frequently reported. The side effects related to dry needling are more localized and related to muscle or tissue manipulation, while vertigo suggests issues possibly related to vestibular function or systemic reactions, which are less likely to be triggered by the procedure. Thus, categorizing vertigo as an uncommon side effect is appropriate, highlighting its rarity in relation to the more common responses that patients experience during and after dry needling treatments.