HOW WE TREAT

Dry Needling Treatment

Muscle knots and trigger points can cause ongoing pain, stiffness and restricted movement. Dry needling is a targeted treatment designed to release these tight areas and help your muscles recover faster.

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ABOUT Dry Needling

What Is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is a physiotherapy technique that uses very thin, sterile needles to treat muscle trigger points—tight knots within muscles that cause pain and movement restriction.
No medication is injected; the needle itself stimulates the healing response.

How Dry Needling Helps

This allows muscles to relax and move more freely.

Conditions We Commonly Treat

Postural Stress

Neck and shoulder tightness

Back & Spine Injuries

Lower back pain

Nerve Sensitivity

Tension headaches

Joint Injuries

Sports injuries

Wrist & Elbow Sprains

Tennis elbow

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis

Sciatic Nerve Irritation

Chronic muscle pain

How We Help You Feel Better

Trigger Point Identification

Trigger Point Identification

We assess and locate the exact muscles causing pain and restriction.

Review symptoms, history and daily activities
Assess movement, strength and flexibility
Targeted Needle Application

Targeted Needle Application

Needles are applied precisely to release tight muscle fibers.

Release tight muscles and restricted joints
Improve circulation and tissue healing
Muscle Relaxation

Muscle Relaxation

The treated muscle softens, reducing tension and pain.

Decrease stiffness, swelling, and tension
Support faster, comfortable recovery
Movement Improvement for Dry Needling Treatment

Movement Improvement

Improved muscle function supports better movement patterns.

Restore strength and range of motion
Improve control and stability
Recovery Support for Dry Needling Treatment

Recovery Support

Dry needling is combined with exercises or manual therapy for lasting results.

Posture and movement advice
Easy home-care strategies

What to Expect From Dry Needling

Dry needling is a focused, hands-on treatment and understanding what to expect helps you feel comfortable during your session.

A brief pinching or twitch sensation
Treatment time of 15–20 minutes
A deep ache at the trigger point
Mild soreness may occur for 24–48 hours

Support Your Recovery With Dry Needling

Dry needling is performed only after proper assessment and is always adapted to your comfort level. Sterile, single-use needles are used, and treatment is stopped at any time if needed.