Dry Needling

Used often as a treatment with a soft tissue injury, dry needling is primarily focused on the reduction of pain and restoration of function through the release of myofascial trigger points in the muscle.

When tissue is injured, the body responds with inflammation to that area. If left untreated, this can cause restriction in mobility and movement as scar tissue builds up around the muscles and tissues.

The Dry needling technique utilises very thin needles which are inserted into the knotted muscle to elicit a twitch response, resulting in a relaxation of muscle contraction. In addition, the produced immune response to the insertion of the needle affects a systemic reduction in inflammation all over the body, not just locally.

Dry needling can be a stand-alone appointment or compliment your Chiropractic treatment.