Dry Needling - Using more than hands

Dry Needling is primarily focused on the reduction of pain and restoration of function through the release of myofascial trigger points within muscles.


How does it work

Dry Needling assists with decreasing local muscular pain and improving function through the restoration of a muscle's ability to lengthen and shorten normally by releasing myofascial trigger points. 

Pain and injury repair

When a fine filament needle is inserted into the centre of a myofascial trigger point, blood pools around the needle triggering the contracted muscle fibres to relax by providing those fibres with fresh oxygen and nutrients, as well as by flushing away any additional acidic chemicals. This, in turn, leads to the decompression of the local blood and nerve supply.

Who is it for

Dry Needling is one of many techniques that can be utilised by your Osteopath to assist with your rehabilitation. Dry Needling is often used in combination with other techniques including massage, manual therapy, and exercise prescription.