Dry needling physio Frankston
How dry needling fits into physiotherapy
Interested in dry needling? Ash offers it in Frankston as one option within physiotherapy. He’ll assess the problem, explain whether it’s suitable and talk through the benefits, risks and alternatives so you can decide. It isn’t a standalone cure, and results vary.
Related information: Physiotherapy Frankston · Dry needling: what to expect
What dry needling is
Dry needling uses a fine, sterile, single-use needle inserted through the skin into selected muscle tissue. Nothing is injected. It is different from acupuncture in its assessment and clinical context, even though both techniques use fine needles.
Ash may consider it for suitable muscle-related pain or sensitivity affecting areas such as the neck, lower back, jaw or TMJ, shoulder, hip, calf or other sports-related problems. Whether it’s right for you depends on your assessment, health history, goals and what you’re comfortable with.
Dry needling FAQs
Does dry needling hurt? You may feel a brief prick, ache or twitch. Short-term soreness, minor bleeding or bruising can occur.
Is dry needling acupuncture? No. Both use fine needles, but dry needling is used within a physiotherapy assessment and treatment plan.
Can I book just a dry needling session? Yes. You can book specifically for a dry needling session. It will still be conducted and charged as a physiotherapy consultation, including an assessment to confirm that dry needling is appropriate for you.