Lugarno Sports Injury Clinic
Dry needling is a muscle therapy regularly used to manage and treat trigger points that could be the cause of your pain. Dry needling techniques have been shown to provide exceptional results in targeting and relaxing tight muscles, giving relief to clients.
We provide dry needling services in conjunction with our regular treatments to effectively get our clients back to feeling great and moving comfortably.
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At Lugarno there are two things we pride ourselves on, firstly our patient first approach to rehabilitation, and secondly on being thorough throughout your examination and treatment protocols. You can be assured you are in the best hands.
We have a strong focus on improving posture and postural complaints, assisting with injuries.
A typical dry needling session at our Peakhurst clinic lasts between 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the areas being treated and the severity of your condition. Your therapist will assess your needs and customise the session for optimal results.
Dry needling is a technique used to assist release tension, lessen discomfort and enhance function by inserting extremely tiny, sterilised needles into trigger points, which are tight or knotted muscles. Our professionals at Lugarno Sports Injury Clinic thoroughly evaluate your condition before using this method to target particular issue areas.
Although the needles used in both methods are similar, acupuncture is based on ancient Chinese medicine and aims to restore the flow of energy. Conversely, dry needling, which is based on contemporary Western science, relieves muscle discomfort and dysfunction by focusing on myofascial trigger points.
Dry needling is effective for a wide range of issues, including:
Dry needling helps relieve muscle soreness by stimulating blood flow, releasing built-up tension and reducing inflammation in the affected areas. This encourages healing and restores normal muscle function, often with immediate relief.
Yes, dry needling can enhance flexibility and mobility by relaxing tight muscles and reducing joint stiffness. It helps restore a normal range of motion, especially after injury or periods of inactivity.
Trigger points are hyperirritable spots within muscles that cause pain and limit movement. Dry needling targets these spots directly, causing a local twitch response that releases tension and promotes healing, easing discomfort effectively.
Absolutely. Dry needling is widely used as part of a chronic pain management strategy. It helps reduce persistent muscle tension, improves circulation and encourages the nervous system to reset pain signals, providing long-term relief.
Yes, dry needling is an effective treatment for chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, myofascial pain syndrome and long-standing sports injuries. Regular sessions, combined with other therapies, can significantly reduce pain and improve quality of life.
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