At Feelfit Physiotherapy, dry needling is used as part of a comprehensive physiotherapy treatment approach to help reduce muscle tension, relieve pain and restore normal movement.
Dry needling can be an effective treatment option for a range of muscular and musculoskeletal conditions when combined with hands-on therapy, exercise rehabilitation and movement-based treatment.
Dry needling involves the insertion of fine, sterile acupuncture needles into specific muscles and trigger points to help reduce muscle tightness, improve blood flow and decrease pain.
Unlike traditional acupuncture, dry needling is based on modern anatomical and physiological principles and is commonly used by physiotherapists to address musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction.
Dry needling may help:
Dry needling can help relieve muscle tension contributing to:
Common conditions include:
Dry needling may assist with:
Common presentations include:
Frequently used alongside rehabilitation for:
Many patients experience:
Most patients tolerate treatment very well and often report reduced tension and improved movement following treatment.
Yes.
All dry needling treatments at Feelfit Physiotherapy are performed by trained physiotherapists using single-use sterile needles and evidence-based techniques.
Prior to treatment, your physiotherapist will discuss:
At Feelfit Physiotherapy, dry needling is never used as a standalone treatment.
We combine dry needling with:
This approach helps address the underlying cause of your symptoms rather than simply treating the pain.
No. While similar needles are used, dry needling is based on Western anatomical and physiological principles and focuses on treating musculoskeletal conditions.
Most people experience minimal discomfort. Some muscles may produce a brief twitch or ache during treatment.
This varies depending on the condition, duration of symptoms and overall treatment goals. Many patients notice improvement within a few sessions.
In most cases, yes. Some temporary soreness may occur, and your physiotherapist will advise if any modifications are required.
In most cases, dry needling performed during a physiotherapy consultation can be claimed through private health insurance physiotherapy benefits.
If you’re experiencing muscle tightness, pain or restricted movement, our physiotherapists can determine whether dry needling may be appropriate as part of your treatment plan.
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