Dry Needling Physiotherapy in Balgowlah Heights
At Your Body Studios, we offer professional dry needling therapy as part of our holistic approach to physiotherapy. This effective treatment helps reduce muscle pain, improve movement, and accelerate recovery — all tailored to your individual needs.
What is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a specialised technique used by qualified physiotherapists to release myofascial trigger points — commonly known as muscle knots. It involves the precise insertion of fine, sterile needles into areas of muscle tightness and dysfunction.
Unlike acupuncture, which follows traditional Chinese medicine principles, dry needling is based on modern anatomy, physiology, and neuroscience. It’s designed to directly target muscle tension, reduce pain, and restore movement.
How Does Dry Needling Work?
When a needle is inserted into a trigger point, it often causes a local twitch response — a brief involuntary contraction followed by muscle relaxation. This response helps:
- Reduce muscular tension and pain
- Improve blood circulation and healing
- Restore range of motion and flexibility
- Calm overactive nerves affecting the muscle
Dry needling can be an effective part of a physiotherapy treatment plan, especially for chronic pain, sports injuries, and postural issues.
Who Can Benefit from Dry Needling?
Dry needling is suitable for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Lower back pain and sciatica
- Sports injuries and muscle strains
- Headaches and jaw tension (TMJ dysfunction)
- Chronic pain and fibromyalgia
- Tendon issues and overuse injuries
At Your Body Studios in Balgowlah Heights, our experienced physiotherapists integrate dry needling into a comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plan that may also include manual therapy, exercise prescription, and movement retraining.
Book an Appointment
If you're experiencing muscle tightness, pain, or movement limitations, book an appointment with one of our skilled physiotherapists today. We’ll assess whether dry needling is right for you and help you feel better, faster.