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Dry Needling Is Common Around the NFL, and Players Aren't Worried Despite Watt's Collapsed Lung
T.J. Watt is recovering at home after lung surgery from a dry needling mishap and may return by Week 16, the Steelers' chances for the AFC North title hinge on his comeback.
- Last week, Pittsburgh Steelers star T.J. Watt suffered a partially collapsed lung during dry needling therapy and required surgery; insiders say he is recuperating at home and expected to return by Week 16, Gerry Dulac reported.
- The treatment, dry needling, is an acupuncture-like therapy used to relieve tight muscles, with techniques ranging from superficial skin insertions to deep muscle penetration and approval in 37 states and Washington, D.C., while Pennsylvania has no explicit stance.
- JJ Watt, T.J.'s older brother and broadcaster, said the hospital visit was unexpected and noted dry needling is common, while Trey McBride and various NFL players plan to continue sessions despite risks.
- The team says it needs Watt back quickly to secure the AFC North and a playoff win, despite winning without him against the Miami Dolphins at Acrisure Stadium.
- Pointing to 2020 precedent, Tyrod Taylor's similar injury suggests a four- to five-week absence is plausible, yet many NFL players including Trey McBride plan to continue regular dry-needling sessions.
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