I have heard that dry needling can help reduce my pain…

Then you have come to the right place! Our Physios are experts in using dry needling (also known as medical acupuncture) to help relieve muscle and joint pain.

Dry Needling is the use of acupuncture needles (thin metal needles without a hollow core) to reduce muscle pain and localised muscle spasm. Our Physios insert the needles into muscle trigger points (knots) for a short period of time as part of the overall physiotherapy treatment.

Dry Needling uses the same type of needles as are used for acupuncture. However, acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicinal approach to the treatment of a variety of illnesses. Our Physios do not offer Chinese acupuncture.

Dry needling works to reduce muscle spasm and pain, thereby improving strength and performance of the muscle. Much of the current research into dry needling supports the practice for relieving mild to moderate pain. Our Physios are trained in this extended scope of clinical practice and use vacuum packed sterile, single use needles. Dry needling can cause temporary localised bruising and soreness. Book your Physio appointment today and ask your Physio about dry needling.