Dry Needling Dundas

Implementing holistic therapies to optimise comfort, and functionality, and encourage healing.

Taking natural steps towards healing

Taking a natural, holistic approach towards dry needling and acupuncture may achieve a multitude of benefits. These modalities aim to not only address your symptoms but also focus on treating the root cause of the problem, working towards long-term relief and overall well-being.

Dry needling concentrates on affected regions or trigger points in your muscles and connective tissues. It works in an effort to release tension, improve blood circulation, and promote the regeneration of damaged tissues, which may lead to reduced pain and inflammation and increased functionality.

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What is Dry Needling & Acupuncture?

Through the stimulation of specific points along the body’s meridians, acupuncture aims to restore the balance of energy, known as Qi. This practice may enhance the body’s natural ability to repair itself, potentially bringing about improvements in various conditions and promoting overall well-being.

Embracing one or both of these alternative or complementary approaches to healthcare may assist in nurturing your body and mind, leading to a better feeling of balance and well-being. At NDPE, we offer high-quality services including both these therapies for local residents in West Ryde & surrounding areas including:

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Exploring the Technique of Dry Needling

Dry needling is a well-founded treatment approach that aims to address a wide array of issues, encompassing acute and chronic pain and various health conditions. This technique may hold significant value for athletes and individuals in musculoskeletal recovery, as it is thought to play a vital role in pain management, flexibility enhancement, and expedited healing. By relying on evidence-based principles, dry needling may offer a beneficial avenue for promoting comprehensive well-being.

The primary objective of dry needling is to enhance blood supply to tight or painful areas, triggering a beneficial “twitch” response. This twitch is thought to signify muscle release, which is a positive indication. Dry needling primarily focuses on the interplay of calcium, essential for muscle contraction, and potassium, responsible for relaxation. By stimulating twitches, dry needling is believed to facilitate the influx of calcium and potassium into the muscle, promoting relaxation and alleviating pain in trigger points or tense areas.

This technique involves the gentle insertion of fine needles into soft tissues such as muscles, fascia, ligaments, and tendons. Dry needling should not be confused with ‘wet’ needling, where needles contain medication. It’s commonly integrated into physiotherapy treatment plans and can also be employed as an independent therapy. While it shares similarities with acupuncture, dry needling is based on different philosophies and focuses on Western anatomy.

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What Are The Benefits Of Dry Needling?

Dry needling, known for its holistic approach to pain and discomfort, aims to offer a wide range of potential benefits, including:

Relieves pain.
Stimulates blood flow.
Releases tight muscles.
Improves muscle function.
Enhances range of motion.
Reduces recovery time from injury.
Works well as part of a treatment plan or exercise routine.

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What Conditions Can Dry Needling Treat?

Dry needling may treat a range of issues such as:

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Understanding the Process of a Dry Needling Session

During your initial appointment, your physiotherapist will discuss your trigger points, such as where they are, how they feel, their potential cause, and how they affect you day to day.

Once it is determined that dry needling may be beneficial for your treatment plan, your subsequent sessions will involve you reclining while your skilled physiotherapist carefully inserts fine needles into your trigger points. This approach aims to elicit a twitch response, which is thought to alleviate your pain and discomfort and target the underlying issues.

In order to trigger the twitch response, your physiotherapist will employ techniques such as flicking the needle and delicately manipulating it within the muscle. It’s important to note that the twitch response may not happen instantaneously, and you may experience a brief, mild ache for a few seconds during the process.

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All Your Dry Needling Questions Answered

How long can dry needling be beneficial?

The length of time the benefits of dry needling last can vary depending on individual factors. Factors such as the nature of the issue, its underlying cause, and your specific circumstances can influence how long the benefits will last for you.

How many dry-needling sessions will I require?

The number of sessions required also depends on individual factors. Most people typically require several sessions as the sore or tight area adjusts over time.

Is there anything I should do after dry needling?

To support your recovery after dry needling, it is essential to stay hydrated. Refrain from participating in strenuous physical activities on the same day as your session. Make sure to drink enough water to maintain hydration. In the event of muscle soreness, it is advisable to rest and consider using therapeutic methods like a warm bath or ice therapy to alleviate discomfort.

Does dry needling hurt?

During the insertion of the needles, most individuals do not experience significant pain. The twitch response, if felt, is usually brief and tolerable, and many patients find the overall experience relaxing. It is important to note that after a dry needling session, you may experience mild “post-needle soreness” either later that day or the next day. This discomfort is normal and typically resolves within a couple of days.

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Our knowledgeable team of physiotherapists possess extensive knowledge in dry needling and acupuncture, and they excel in customising treatments to suit individual patients. Pay us a visit for a comprehensive assessment to determine which approach may be most suitable for your needs.

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