Acupuncture and Dry Needling involve the insertion of thin, sterile, disposable needles into the skin to eliminate trigger points. A dry needling practitioner uses needles that vary according to the muscle group that they’re working on.

A qualified dry needling practitioner is an expert in palpation and can identify a trigger point relevant to the clinical presentation. Our practitioners have the ability to use massage techniques to release trigger points; however, they are also able to use needling for the same purpose and improve patients pain presentations.

Physiotherapists and Remedial Massage Therapists commonly use dry needling as part of a larger treatment plan for pain. The technique is used to release or inactivate trigger points to improve range of motion and relieve pain. It also helps with inflammation as the body is stimulated to bring blood flow to the area; this helps flush out inflammation, therefore improving circulation.

Dry needling can also help improve nerve flow by decreasing muscle tightness, improving joint position and improving the way the joint and muscles work together. During treatment, connective tissues and joint capsules can also be targeted.