Medical Acupuncture & Dry Needling: How Our Clinic Helps Reduce Pain and Restore Function

At our clinic, we offer both Medical Acupuncture and Dry Needling as highly effective, evidence-based treatments for pain relief, muscle tension, and movement dysfunction. Although both techniques use thin, sterile needles, they serve different purposes and target different systems of the body. Our physiotherapists and chiropractors are trained and certified to safely provide these treatments as part of a complete rehabilitation plan.

What Is Medical Acupuncture?

Medical Acupuncture is a modern, science-based adaptation of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It uses thin needles inserted into specific acupuncture points to stimulate nerves, muscles, and connective tissue. This helps rebalance the body, reduce pain, and improve overall function.

Purpose of Medical Acupuncture

  • Promote natural pain relief by stimulating the nervous system

  • Improve circulation and tissue healing

  • Reduce chronic muscle tension

  • Enhance the body’s natural recovery processes

  • Decrease inflammation

  • Restore balance to affected systems

Conditions Treated With Medical Acupuncture

Medical acupuncture is effective for:

  • Chronic neck and back pain

  • Sciatica

  • Headaches and migraines

  • Shoulder pain and rotator cuff issues

  • Knee and hip arthritis

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

  • Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Stress-related muscle tension

  • Postural strain

  • TMJ dysfunction

  • Muscle imbalances and chronic tightness

What Is Dry Needling?

Dry Needling targets tight muscle bands called trigger points. These knots can cause local pain, referred pain, and restrict movement. The needle is inserted directly into the trigger point to release tension and restore normal muscle function.

Purpose of Dry Needling

  • Release trigger points (“muscle knots”)

  • Reduce muscle spasms and tightness

  • Improve mobility and flexibility

  • Decrease local and referred pain

  • Reactivate weak or inhibited muscles

  • Improve movement quality and performance

Conditions Treated With Dry Needling

Dry needling effectively treats:

  • Muscle tightness and trigger points

  • Low back pain and hip stiffness

  • Neck pain and whiplash

  • Shoulder impingement and rotator cuff issues

  • IT band syndrome

  • Piriformis syndrome

  • Sciatica

  • Plantar fasciitis

  • Tension headaches

  • Sports injuries and overuse conditions

  • Shin splints

  • TMJ-related muscle tension

How Our Clinic Provides These Treatments

Our trained physiotherapists and chiropractors offer Medical Acupuncture and Dry Needling as part of your personalized treatment plan. Your visit may include a combination of:

  • Manual therapy

  • Exercise rehabilitation

  • Joint mobilizations or adjustments

  • Soft-tissue release

  • Stretching and strengthening

  • Postural and ergonomic education

We assess your symptoms, discuss your goals, and determine which technique—or combination of techniques—is most effective for your condition.

Why Patients Choose These Treatments

  • Fast pain relief

  • Reduced tightness and improved mobility

  • Minimal discomfort with long-lasting benefits

  • Complements physiotherapy, chiropractic care, and massage therapy

  • Helps speed up recovery from chronic and acute injuries