Dry Needling
Our dry needling therapy uses fine, sterile needles to target myofascial trigger points—those tight, sensitive “knots” in muscles that often cause localized and referred pain. This Western medical technique helps address chronically tight muscles, reduce pain, and support improved muscle function.
Dry needling can help address muscular tension and pain associated with conditions such as back and neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, tendonitis, and chronic muscular tension. A twitch response may occur when a trigger point is stimulated, which can help reduce local muscular restriction.
Delivered as part of a tailored treatment plan - typically alongside rehabilitation exercises, manual therapy, or other appropriate treatment - our dry needling provides a precise approach to reducing pain, improving mobility, and supporting functional recovery.
How can Dry Needling help you?
Dry Needling can help address trigger points, muscular tension, and pain related to sports injuries, repetitive strain, and postural factors.
Releases Trigger Points
Helps reduce trigger point-related pain and muscular restriction, supporting improved muscle function.Eases Muscle Irritation
Helps reduce local muscular irritation and discomfort associated with persistent tension or trigger points.Restores Mobility and Range of Motion
Helps ease movement restrictions associated with muscular stiffness and tension.Alleviates Chronic or Acute Pain
Offers relief from pain related to overuse, injury, or postural dysfunction.
Is this treatment right for you?
Dry Needling may be appropriate for individuals who:
Experience chronic or recurring musculoskeletal pain that affects daily function.
Have persistent muscle tightness, trigger points, or tension-related movement restrictions.
Are recovering from physical injury, postural strain, or overuse conditions.
Require targeted treatment to relieve discomfort and support physical rehabilitation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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While both therapies use thin needles, they are based on different treatment systems.
Dry needling: Uses principles of Western anatomy and neurophysiology to target specific muscles and myofascial trigger points associated with pain and movement restriction.
Acupuncture: Is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine and uses acupuncture points according to that system of medicine.
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Dry needling is generally well tolerated. Because the needles are extremely thin, you may feel little or no sensation as they enter the skin. You may experience a brief dull ache or muscle twitch when a trigger point is stimulated. Mild muscle soreness can occur afterwards and may last for several hours.