How It Could Help You
Dry needling is more popular than ever – but how could it benefit you? Here at Faye Pattison, we provide dry needling therapy to a huge range of clients. Here is everything you need to know before you go ahead and book a session.
What is Dry Needling?
Dry needling involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles into the muscle. Unlike acupuncture, dry needling focuses on targeting trigger points – areas of tight or knotted muscle that can cause pain and discomfort. It’s called ‘dry’ needling because there is no solution inserted into the muscles. It’s just the needles themselves doing all the work!
How Does it Work?
When the needle penetrates an area of concern, it stimulates the muscle to contract and then relax, which reduces tension. When you come to us, we’ll test the area to see which muscle or muscles are causing the issue, keeping you informed at every stage. The great thing about dry needling is that it allows us to be extremely accurate with the trigger point, so we can get to the source of the pain quicker and easier. Once you’re happy for us to proceed, we will begin the treatment.
The Benefits of Dry Needling
There are so many benefits to dry needling, with one of the most obvious being how it relieves pain. Whether it’s chronic or acute, pain responds really well to this treatment. It can also help to boost mobility and flexibility, as tight muscles and trigger points can limit your range of motion. In some cases, it has also been shown to enhance muscle recovery following an injury, and also aids in the treatment of headaches and migraines, nausea and vomiting, menstrual cramps and depression.
Dry needling can also be used alongside our other physiotherapy treatments to enhance your overall outcome. Here at Faye Pattison Physiotherapy, we customise our treatment plans based on each person’s individual needs, giving them the best possible chances of success.
Is Dry Needling Safe?
It’s natural to have questions regarding the safety of the treatment, especially if you have never had it done before. When performed by a qualified and experienced practitioner, dry needling is considered very safe. The needles we use are sterile and disposable, and the procedure itself is minimally invasive. You may experience mild soreness at the needle site, but this typically wears off within a day or two. We ensure that all treatments are carried out to the highest professional standards, and we prioritise your safety and comfort at every stage.
Talk to Us Today
Dry needling therapy is a highly effective treatment option for many, and we are here to ensure that your treatment is tailored to your specific needs. To learn more about how dry needling can benefit you, or to book an appointment with a member of our experienced team, get in touch with Faye Pattison Physiotherapy today. We can’t wait to hear from you!
