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Dry Needling Puncture or Physiotherapy Needling

This treatment uses a small gauge, sterile, thin, single-use needle. This needle is inserted under the skin and moved once or several times by the physical therapist to help relax muscles or myofascial structures. This treatment can also be used to relieve trigger points.

We should distinguish dry needling puncture from acupuncture, which comes from traditional Chinese medicine. Although they seem similar, the basic principles of these puncture techniques are not the same.

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Procedure

1

Material Preparation

The necessary sterile equipment is prepared prior to treatment, including the thin needle.

2

Puncture

Single or repeated puncture of the area with a small needle, depending on treatment needs.

3

Follow-up

Dry needling works alone or with other treatments, such as an exercise plan, to maximize recovery.

Therapeutic Effects

  • Relieve pain
  • Improve mobility and range of motion
  • Release muscular tension
  • Stimulate tissue repair
  • Deactivate trigger points
  • Better flow of energy

Adverse Effects

  • Ecchymosis at puncture site
  • Mild muscle pain for 48 hours

Treated Pathologies

Cost

This procedure is covered by some private insurances. We will provide you with a physiotherapy receipt for insurance purposes.

Contraindications

None

Patient File

Perform the exercises your physiotherapist gave you. You may need to slow down your activities to avoid worsening your pain if you experience aches after treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the goal of dry needling punctures?

It generally releases the muscular tension responsible for the pain or the loss of mobility. Dry needling punctures can also:

  • Desensitize a musculoskeletal structure
  • Create a segment effect, such as analgesia, or a motor and autonomic reflex effect
  • Stimulate tissue repair in the targeted structure
  • Promote restructuring  of loose connective tissue.