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Dry needling
Dry Needling in Physiotherapy
Are you experiencing muscle tension, persistent pain, or reduced mobility? Dry needling may be one of the techniques used in physiotherapy to help improve your comfort and mobility.
Also known as physiotherapy dry needling, this technique involves inserting thin, sterile, single-use needles into targeted areas, particularly muscles and related tissues associated with your pain. It may help reduce muscle tension, relieve pain, and improve mobility.
Dry needling may be used as part of the treatment of various conditions, including:
- Muscle pain and tension;
- Tendinopathies;
- Certain sprains;
- Neck stiffness and torticollis;
- Certain head and neck pain conditions;
- Mobility restrictions.
Your physiotherapist will determine whether this approach is appropriate based on your condition, medical history, and assessment findings. Dry needling is generally incorporated into a personalized treatment plan, rather than being used on its own.
What does a dry needling session look like?
Before treatment, your physiotherapist will perform a thorough assessment of your condition to better understand the source of your symptoms and identify the structures that may be involved.
If dry needling is appropriate, your physiotherapist will identify the areas to be treated and carefully insert the needles into the targeted tissues. You may feel a slight prick or a brief sensation of muscle contraction or release. The sensation varies from person to person and depending on the area being treated.
The needles are generally left in place for a short period of time, depending on the technique used and the goals of the treatment.
Dry needling does not replace other physiotherapy approaches. Instead, it can be combined with different treatment methods, such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and education, to address the various factors contributing to your condition.
Your physiotherapist can therefore develop an approach tailored to your needs and goals, with the aim of reducing your symptoms and helping you return to your activities.
