"Easiest 5 stars ever. When I first called Dr. Ben and told him about the pain I was feeling underneath my shoulder blade, he immediately knew the fix and told me to give him 5 weeks and he’d have me feeling better. We began dry needling and I have never felt better! I thought I was going to have to spend thousands on surgery but now I get dry needled once every 4-6 weeks to help me stay in the gym!"

"Dr. Ben Fannin has done some work on me the last several weeks and I had been in chronic back pain for over a decade. Yesterday I was able to play a round of golf, hit pickleball with the family, and work in a very tiny project car crouched over only to wake up the next morning and and have no aches and pains. Dry needling, stretching guidance, and mobility exercises were all things done to help me find peace."

"I had be dealing with severe neck pain for about 2 years. A friend referred me to Ben and that was the best thing that could have happened. The Dry Needling and cupping is where it's at!! While a little uncomfortable at first, after a day or 2 I felt my muscles relax. After a few visits the pain was gone. Thank you Ben for relieving me of my neck pain once and for all and for providing me with what I need to keep it that way! :)

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Don't Let Muscle Pain Limit Your Potential

Without effective trigger point treatment, stubborn muscle pain can persist, limiting your activities and diminishing your quality of life.

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Untreated trigger points can lead to chronic pain patterns and reduced mobility

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Conventional treatments often provide only temporary relief for deep muscle tension

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Delaying specialized care may extend your recovery time and limit performance

Why Choose Us?

Fort Thomas's Premier Dry Needling Specialists

Discover why active individuals throughout Northern Kentucky trust GMS Therapy and Fitness for effective dry needling and trigger point release therapy.

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Certified Specialists

Our team is specially trained and certified in advanced dry needling techniques for optimal results.

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Integrated Approach

Experience our unique combination of dry needling, physical therapy, and personalized exercise programs.

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Comprehensive Care

Receive treatment that goes beyond symptom management to improve overall function and performance.

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How It Works

Your Path to Pain Relief Starts Here

Getting started with dry needling therapy at GMS Therapy and Fitness is simple—follow these steps to experience rapid pain relief.

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Initial Assessment

Share your pain history and concerns with our specialists who will evaluate your condition thoroughly.

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Customized Treatment

Receive precise dry needling therapy targeting your specific trigger points and problem areas.

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Integrated Recovery Plan

Follow your personalized plan combining dry needling with supportive therapies for lasting results.

Success Stories from Our Patients

Read what our satisfied clients have to say

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"Ben is a wonderful and gentle healer. He pays particular attention to his patients needs. He was able to identify problem areas and devise specific solutions that address them. I’d recommend him highly to anyone

Eileen Reed
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"Easiest 5 stars ever. When I first called Dr. Ben and told him about the pain I was feeling underneath my shoulder blade, he immediately knew the fix and told me to give him 5 weeks and he’d have me feeling better. We began dry needling and I have never felt better! I thought I was going to have to spend thousands on surgery but now I get dry needled once every 4-6 weeks to help me stay in the gym! Highly recommend dry needling for my fellow gym rats!"

Eric Byrd
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"GMS Therapy was exactly what I looking for. Ben offered just the right mix of physical therapy exercises designed to help me reach my goals. His use of dry needling and massage helped me to heal even more quickly. Highly recommend!

Mary Krippenstapel
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"Ben is the best! He is incredibly knowledgeable & good at understanding patient’s needs and is able to offer a variety of services. He has helped me personally through dry needling and his clinic has several other services & equipment for active individuals. 10/10 would recommend him to anyone!

Caitlin McBee
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"Dr. Ben Fannin has done some work on me the last several weeks and I had been in chronic back pain for over a decade. Yesterday I was able to play a round of golf, hit pickleball with the family, and work in a very tiny project car crouched over only to wake up the next morning and and have no aches and pains. Dry needling, stretching guidance, and mobility exercises were all things done to help me find peace."

Sam Benner

Experience Effective Pain Relief Today

Speak with our dry needling specialists to discuss your pain points, learn how trigger point release therapy can help you, and begin your journey to improved mobility and comfort.

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