Dry Needling Therapy

At Physio Ace Physiotherapy & Sports Rehab Clinic, we offer specialized Dry Needling Therapy, an advanced technique aimed at relieving muscle pain, improving movement, and accelerating recovery. Dry needling targets muscle trigger points—hyperirritable spots within tight muscles—that cause pain, stiffness, and restricted function. This minimally invasive treatment is highly effective for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and is often integrated into comprehensive rehabilitation programs.

Dry needling involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles into specific trigger points or tight bands within muscles. Unlike acupuncture, which is based on traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is grounded in Western medical research and anatomy. The goal is to release muscle tightness, reduce pain, and promote natural healing.

How Does Dry Needling Work?

Dry needling addresses myofascial pain syndrome, a common source of chronic pain caused by muscle tightness and trigger points. These tight knots can develop due to injury, overuse, poor posture, or stress, leading to pain that may radiate to other parts of the body.

By targeting these trigger points, dry needling:

• Interrupts the pain cycle
• Decreases muscle spasms and stiffness
• Enhances tissue oxygenation and nutrient delivery
• Promotes faster tissue repair and recovery
• Restores normal muscle function and movement patterns

Dry needling is typically performed as part of a broader physiotherapy program that may include manual therapy, stretching, strengthening, and ergonomic advice.

Conditions Treated with Dry Needling

Dry needling is effective for a variety of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions, including: