Dry Needling

NB: This is not acupuncture!

Dry needling is a treatment technique to relieve musculoskeletal pain and tension. It involves the insertion of a thin needle into the patient's muscle, targeted at tight muscular bands or ‘trigger points’ (knots). Dry needling can only be performed by a licensed Physiotherapist.

Is the procedure painful?

In most cases, the insertion of the needle is not felt. The local “twitch response” may provoke a brief pain sensation that many patients describe as a tingling, aching or cramping sensation. These sensations are perfectly normal and even a desirable response. Your physical therapist will make every effort to make your experience as comfortable as possible.

What conditions does dry needling treat?

• Neck/Back Pain

• Shoulder Pain

• Tennis/Golfers Elbow

• Headaches

• Hip and Gluteal Pain

• Knee Pain

• Achilles Tendonitis/Tendonosis

• Plantar Fasciitis

• Sciatica

• Muscular Strains/Ligament Sprains

• Chronic Pain

• Athletic Performance

Tim & Kelly each have 10 years of experience in dry needling since their completion of the post-graduate course. Come visit Cosmetique Clinic for your aches and pains.