• Systematic dry-needling protocol to promote recovery for the lower extremity, including specific points, needle lengths, needle orientations, and timing.

• Results from this case series suggest that individuals experiencing post-exercise soreness and fatigue may benefit from a lower extremity DN recovery treatment 

•  Postactivity dry needling with a lower extremity recovery protocol may improve patient-perceived recovery and warrant consideration as a recovery intervention.

One of our owners, Brian Brewster, researched the effects of dry needling on recovery.