DRY NEEDLING BRISBANE
DRY NEEDLING AT REFINE HEALTH GROUP
Dry needling is a common treatment modality used by many health professionals, including physiotherapists. At Refine Physiotherapy & Pilates, we provide dry needling Brisbane patients can access as part of a tailored treatment approach, with our physiotherapists undertaking post-graduate training in dry needling techniques.
Patients looking for dry needling Brisbane services can access treatment from our experienced physiotherapists. Used in the correct manner, dry needling can be effective in treating many conditions, including neck pain, lower back pain, shoulder pain, elbow injuries, and knee and foot injuries. If you are considering dry needling Bowen Hills or dry needling Fortitude Valley, our team can assess your symptoms and determine whether this treatment is suitable for you. Contact Refine Health Group today to book an appointment or discuss your treatment options.
Used in the correct manner, dry needling can be effective in treating many conditions. These include neck pain, lower back pain, shoulder pain, elbow injuries and knee and foot injuries. Contact our Bowen Hills office on (07)3216 1330 or call our Fortitude Valley location on (07)3188 1466.
WHAT DOES DRY NEEDLING / ACUPUNCTURE INVOLVE?
Dry needling involves inserting several thin needles into areas of muscular pain and stiffness in order to achieve relief of pain, increased range of movement and improved flexibility. Dry needling is defined by the Boards of Physical Therapy as an intramuscular procedure involving the isolated treatment of myofascial trigger points. In addition to targeting specific trigger points, there is research to support that dry needling includes the stimulation of neural, muscular and connective tissues (such as fascia) for the purpose of reducing pain or disability.
Our dry needling Brisbane service is delivered by qualified physiotherapists who assess whether the technique is appropriate for your presentation and treatment goals.
It is a very safe practice when performed by a qualified and accredited professional. For some patients, dry needling may cause some associated side effects which can include, minor bruising, bleeding and tenderness at the site. These risks are uncommon and are short-lived.
WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE?
Usually, in healthy muscles, very little discomfort will be felt with the insertion of the needles and for the duration of the application. However, for sensitive muscles that are shortened and contain active trigger points, insertion of the needles may elicit what is termed a ‘twitch response’. This feeling is similar to the feeling of a muscle cramp, however, only lasts for a few seconds. The ‘twitch response’ is, in fact, the response that we are hoping to achieve for best results.
WHAT IS A TWITCH RESPONSE?
The twitch response is an important consequence that is sometimes elicited in certain forms of acupuncture. There is evidence to support that eliciting this response can have some benefits in the body which include mechanical, electrophysiological, chemical and neurophysiological effects. The local effects on the muscle attributed with acupuncture and dry needling include:
- Increased oxygen
- Relaxation of the tight muscle
- Promoting healing
- Regulation or elicitation of chemical responses involved in muscle contraction and relaxation
IS DRY NEEDLING SAFE?
Dry needling has been proven safe with no long-term side effects when performed by an experienced professional.
Patients booking dry needling Fortitude Valley appointments can discuss any questions or concerns with their physiotherapist before treatment begins.
WHAT IS DRY NEEDLING GOOD FOR?
There are many reasons why dry needling is used, with one of the most common being for chronic pain relief. It can be used on injured muscles and even help with scar tissue release. The needles can also be helpful in reducing spasms that are caused by certain conditions like cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s disease, or multiple sclerosis.
If you are considering dry needling Fortitude Valley for an injury or ongoing muscular pain, your clinician will assess whether it is appropriate for your symptoms and goals.
• Chronic pain
• Knee pain
• Neck pain
• Back pain
• Hip and glute pain
• Muscle spasms & strains
• Ligament sprains
• Sciatica nerve pain
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Athletic stiffness
• Headaches and migraines
HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
Typically, results are seen by the end of 3-5 treatment sessions, however this will be dependent on your injury and your symptoms. Your clinician will determine after the initial assessment how many sessions is appropriate for your case.
Reach out to us today to enquire about dry needling Brisbane services.
DRY NEEDLING BRISBANE AT REFINE HEALTH GROUP
Contact Refine Health Group today to get started on the road to greater strength and healing. For dry needling Bowen Hills, call us on (07) 3216 1330, or for dry needling Fortitude Valley call (07) 3188 1466. You can also reach us by emailing admin@refinehealthgroup.com.au to chat with one of our dry needling specialists.
If you’d like to book an appointment or enquire more about our dry needling and acupuncture Brisbane specialists, feel free to contact us for a chat today.
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Refine Physiotherapy & Pilates Clinic
22 Campbell St, Bowen Hills QLD 4006
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