Expert Dry Needling in Houston, TX
Tired of pain that won't quit — even after trying everything else? At PIONE3R Physical Therapy & Wellness, our residency-trained therapists use dry needling alongside hands-on manual therapy and progressive strength work to get to the root of your pain — and keep you moving. One-on-one, 60-minute sessions. No referral needed.
Still in Pain? You Deserve Better Than This.
Most people come to us after months — sometimes years — of treatments that helped for a day or two, then wore off. Sound familiar? Here's what we hear from new clients every week.
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Revolving-Door Rehab
You've bounced between providers, gotten short-term relief, and never received a clear explanation of why you're in pain or a real plan to fix it for good.
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Cookie-Cutter Treatment
Shared appointments, generic exercise sheets, and five minutes with your actual therapist. Your injury is unique — your care should be too.
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Fear-Based Restrictions
You were told to stop lifting, avoid running, or 'just rest.' Nobody gave you a path back to the gym, the trail, or the field — just a list of things to avoid.
Why Houston Chooses PIONE3R for Dry Needling
At PIONE3R, dry needling is never a standalone trick — it's one powerful tool in a whole-body treatment plan built around you. Our residency-trained doctors of physical therapy combine dry needling with manual therapy, targeted strength work, and education so you don't just feel better today — you stay better. Every session is 60 minutes of focused, one-on-one care. No aides. No double-booking. Just results.
Every therapist is residency-trained — only ~9% of PTs achieve board-certified specialist status
Dry needling integrated with manual therapy, corrective exercise, and progressive strength training for lasting relief
Cash-based, transparent pricing — FSA/HSA accepted, superbills provided, no visit limits, no referral required
Real Results from Patients
"I had a disk injury last fall and I was terrified the pain would be my new normal. She explained how the injury happens, how your body goes about repairing it, and what you need to do to help it out. After working with Kasey for a couple weeks my back pain was reduced to just an ache and now it is totally gone and I am back to working out and lifting weights."
Getting Back to the Activities You Love Is Simple
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Step 1: Book a Free Discovery Call
Tell us what's going on. In 15 minutes, we'll confirm whether PIONE3R is the right fit, answer your questions, and get you scheduled. No referral needed — Texas direct access means you can come straight to us.
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Step 2: Get Your Personalized Plan
Your first session is a thorough whole-body evaluation. We identify the root cause of your pain, explain exactly what's happening, and build a plan tailored to your goals — whether that's running a 5K, returning to CrossFit, or simply picking up your kids without wincing.
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Step 3: Move Better, Feel Stronger, Stay That Way
Dry needling, manual therapy, and strength-forward rehab work together each session. Most clients see us just once a week. You'll also get a home-exercise app with video demos so progress continues between visits — and the knowledge to manage your own health long-term.
Conditions We Treat with Dry Needling in Houston
Dry needling works by releasing trigger points and reducing neuromuscular tension at the source — making it highly effective for a wide range of orthopedic, sports, and pelvic health conditions. If you've been searching for dry needling near me in Houston, our therapists treat everything from acute injuries to chronic pain patterns that have lingered for years.
Spine & Nerve Pain: Low back pain, sciatica, neck pain, mid back pain, tension headaches
Orthopedic & Sports Injuries: Shoulder pain, rotator cuff issues, hip pain, knee pain, IT band syndrome, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, ACL rehab, runner's knee, tennis/golfer's elbow
Pelvic Health: Pelvic pain, diastasis recti, incontinence, painful intercourse, prolapse, pregnancy and postpartum recovery
235+ Five-Star Reviews in Houston
Meet Your Houston Physical Therapy & Dry Needling Team
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Dr. Alexis Shoope, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, PCES
Owner and board-certified orthopedic physical therapist. Graduated from Northwestern University and completed Memorial Hermann's orthopedic residency. Specializes in back pain, hip pain, pelvic floor issues, and strength training with a whole-body approach to care.
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Dr. Kasey Hankins, PT, DPT, OCS
Board-certified orthopedic physical therapist specialist. Graduated from Texas Woman's University and completed an orthopedic residency through Memorial Hermann in Houston. Expertise in spine care, back pain, hip pain, and shoulder issues with years of spine clinical research experience.
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Dr. Amy Hsieh, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. Completed orthopedic residency at Harris Health System in Houston. Takes a whole-person approach recognizing that stress, sleep, and nutrition all play a role in pain and recovery.
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Dr. Kaitlin McCaleb, PT, DPT
Licensed physical therapist with over 5 years of experience in the Houston area. Received her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University and DPT from University of St. Augustine. Currently completing orthopedic residency with special interest in pelvic floor therapy for male and female clients.
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Allison Kerbers
Client Experience Coordinator with a Bachelor's of Science in Agriculture from Texas A&M. Born and raised Houstonian passionate about creating a space where people feel safe and cared for physically, mentally, and spiritually.
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Joy Teran
Client & Marketing Coordinator with a Kinesiology degree from Texas Woman's University. Worked as a Physical Therapy Tech for 2.5 years before joining PIONE3R. Passionate about encouraging people to be the best they can be.
Visit Us in Central Houston
We're conveniently located in Central Houston near Highland Village on Westheimer and the River Oaks Shopping Center — easy to reach from Upper Kirby, Greenway Plaza, River Oaks, Montrose, and West University. Just 14 minutes (6.3 miles) from Downtown Houston via I-69 South: take Exit 125A toward Weslayan Rd, merge onto SW Freeway Service Rd, then turn right onto Edloe St, right onto Branard St, and right onto Marquart St. We're in Suite 270.
Phone:
(832) 585-8910
Office:
3315 Marquart St Suite 270, Houston, TX 77027
Your Questions, Answered
Everything you need to know before your first visit to our Houston dry needling and physical therapy clinic.
Do you accept insurance?
PIONE3R is a cash-based, out-of-network clinic. We offer transparent, up-front pricing — no surprise bills, no visit limits dictated by your insurer. We accept FSA and HSA cards and provide detailed superbills so you can seek reimbursement from your insurance provider directly. Many clients find they spend less overall because they need fewer visits. For specific pricing, give us a call at (832) 585-8910 or book a free discovery call.
Do I need a doctor's referral to start physical therapy or dry needling in Houston?
No referral needed. Texas is a direct access state, which means you can come straight to us without seeing a physician first. Simply book your free discovery call and we'll get you scheduled.
What makes PIONE3R different from traditional physical therapy?
At most insurance-based clinics, your therapist is managing multiple patients at once and your session may be 20–30 minutes of actual hands-on time. At PIONE3R, every session is a full 60 minutes of true one-on-one care — no aides, no double-booking. Our therapists are residency-trained board-certified specialists (a credential only ~9% of PTs hold), and dry needling is integrated into a complete treatment plan that includes manual therapy, corrective exercise, and progressive strength training. We also address sleep, stress, and nutrition — the missing pieces in traditional PT
Ready to Get Started?
Book your evaluation today.