03/17/2026
In physiotherapy, dry needling is all about targeting tight, irritated muscles (we call them trigger points) that are causing pain or limiting movement.
Like that knot in your shoulder that just won’t go away no matter how much you stretch? That’s what we’re going after.
The needle goes right into that tight band of muscle and basically tells it, “hey, you can relax now.” You might even feel a quick twitch as the muscle responds.
And here’s the part people don’t expect: it can help reduce pain, improve mobility, and make all your other rehab exercises actually work better. It’s not magic, but it can feel pretty close when that constant ache finally lets up.
Dry needling can be a game changer when it’s used properly as part of a full physio treatment plan.
📩 Book an appointment with Kara to see if dry needling could help you!