DRY NEEDLING & ACUPUNCTURE

DRY NEEDLING & ACUPUNCTURE

About Dry Needling:
Performed by Physiotherapists Wayne Dessaur & Cailynn See

Dry needling is a procedure that is available at Health on Grange Physiotherapy to address muscle pain and dysfunction.

During dry needling, thin needles are inserted into tight bands of muscles or trigger points – areas with increased muscle tension or knots. The goal is to stimulate these points, leading to a twitch response in the muscle, which helps release tension and improve blood flow.

About Acupuncture:                                       
(Western Medical Acupuncture for Musculoskeletal Pain Conditions)
– Performed by Physiotherapist Cailynn See

  • Physiotherapy uses acupuncture to alleviate pain by inserting needles into specific points on the body, stimulating nerves, muscles, and connective tissues to release natural painkillers.
  • Acupuncture in physiotherapy can improve blood circulation, which promotes healing and reduces inflammation in injured or affected areas.
  • By targeting acupuncture points, physiotherapists can help to relax tight muscles, reduce muscle spasms, and improve overall muscle function.
  • Acupuncture is often integrated into physiotherapy treatment plans to enhance the effects of other therapies, such as manual therapy & exercise.
  • Physiotherapists use acupuncture to balance the body’s energy flow, which can support overall well-being and accelerate recovery from various musculoskeletal conditions.
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Benefits

  • Pain Relief: Dry needling aims to reduce pain and discomfort associated with muscle tightness, knots or spasms.
  • Improved Range of Motion: By targeting specific areas of muscle tension, dry needling can enhance flexibility and movement in the affected muscles.
  • Muscle Function: The procedure helps promote better muscle function by releasing tightness and promoting relaxation in the treated muscles.

Conditions it may help:

  • Muscle Pain: Dry needling is often used for conditions such as chronic muscle pain or myofascial pain syndrome.
  • Sports Injuries: It can be beneficial for athletes dealing with muscle strains or tightness.
  • Rehabilitation: Dry needling is sometimes integrated into rehabilitation programs to complement other therapeutic exercises.

NOTE: It’s important to distinguish between dry needling from acupuncture -they are different techniques with distinct philosophies & origins.

Dry needling is based on Western anatomy and neurophysiology.

Acupuncture is based on traditional Eastern medicine, specifically Traditional Chinese Medicine. It has been practised in China and other parts of Asia for thousands of years. The foundation concepts of acupuncture, such as Qi (vital energy), meridians (energy pathways), and the balance of Yin and Yang, are integral to Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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