Pain relief without the need for medication? It’s no wonder acupuncture has been practiced for centuries.
Acupuncture and Dry Needling are safe, effective and evidenced-based methods of relieving pain and restoring function for musculoskeletal pain or myofascial trigger points in the muscle.
With the correct application, placing and stimulating a sterile single-use needle into the soft tissues can have significant physiological effects on the body, such as increasing blood flow and stimulating pain relieving chemicals within the body.
Acupuncture is thought to facilitate the body’s own pain-relieving mechanisms leading to improved pain management and function for many musculoskeletal conditions.
Guy Rogers, Phoebe Robinson and Lauren Brown have extensive post-graduate training and clinical experience in the use of Acupuncture and Dry Needling for the treatment of musculoskeletal pain. At Prime, we practise a Western medical approach to Acupuncture which is based on scientific evidence supported by clinical trials.
Key differences between Acupuncture and Dry Needling:
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Philosophy: Acupuncture follows Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles, while Dry Needling is rooted in Western Medicine and Anatomy.
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Application: Acupuncture is used for a broad range of conditions, whilst Dry Needling is used to treat musculoskeletal conditions.
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Technique: Acupuncture involves inserting needles at meridian points, while dry needling targets trigger points in muscles.
Acupuncture and Dry Needling works well for:
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Shoulder Pain
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Lower back pain
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Neck pain
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Hip Pain
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Knee Pain
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Trigger point pain
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Tension Headaches
FAQs:
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese Medicine technique that focuses on balancing energy flow (Qi) by inserting needles at specific meridian points. Dry Needling, on the other hand, is a modern treatment that targets muscle knots (trigger points) to relieve pain and tension.
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Does Acupuncture or Dry Needling hurt?
Most people experience minimal discomfort. Acupuncture needles are very fine and typically cause little to no pain. Dry needling may cause a slight twitch or muscle ache when the needle stimulates a trigger point, but this is temporary.
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Is Acupuncture or Dry Needling safe and are there any side effects?
Yes, both are safe when performed by a trained professional. We use a fine sterile, single-use needle to ensure hygiene and safety. Yes, Acupuncture or Dry Needling can have side effects; however, they are generally mild when performed by a trained therapist. Serious side effects are rare, fewer than 1 in 10,000 treatments.
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How many Acupuncture or Dry Needling sessions are needed?
Typically, 6-8 sessions of Acupuncture or Dry Needling may be needed. However, after an initial assessment by your therapist, a structured and bespoke treatment plan will be made for you.
