Dry Needling / Medical Acupuncture Kingsbury
Dry needling/ Medical Acupuncture Kingsbury
Dry needling is a widely used technique employed by Allied Health Professionals globally to address muscle discomfort and pain. Although it has been in practice since the 1940s, its popularity within the allied health field has grown significantly in the past couple of decades.
Dry needling is known to induce muscle relaxation, comparable to the outcomes of a deep tissue massage. This technique can help alleviate muscle tension and discomfort by targeting specific trigger points.
What injuries respond well to Dry needling / Medical Acupuncture?
Dry needling is effective in addressing a range of injuries and conditions, including:
- Golfers Elbow
- Neck pain, middle back and lower back pain
- Shoulder pain
- Postural office worker strain
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Sciatica
- Tennis elbow
- Hip pain/clicking
- Shoulder and hip bursitis
- Knee injuries
- Tight calves and hamstrings due to long distance running
- Hamstring tear/strain
- Headaches
- Lower back disc injuries/herniations
What is involved in a Dry Needling/ Medical Acupuncture treatment at Kingsbury?
A Dry Needling treatment at Advanced Health near Kingsbury involves the following steps:
- Needle Insertion: Acupuncture needles, which are very thin with a diameter of about 0.15 millimeters, are gently inserted into tight muscle areas.
- Muscular Twitch Response: The insertion of the needle triggers a muscular twitch response, causing the muscle to contract and relax. This response helps release tension and knots within the muscle.
- Slight Aching: After the treatment, it’s common to experience a slight aching sensation in the treated muscles for about 24 hours.
- Muscle Relaxation: Following the initial achy period, your muscles should feel more relaxed, and any previous muscle spasm should have improved.
Andrew, our experienced practitioner, is actively involved with the Fitzroy Stars Football Club in Thornbury, Snap Fitness in Kingsbury, and the Old Paradian Football Club in Bundoora, showcasing his expertise in working with athletes and individuals seeking muscle relaxation and pain relief.
What is the difference between Dry Needling and Acupuncture?
The primary difference between Dry Needling and Acupuncture lies in their treatment goals and underlying philosophies:
Dry Needling:
- Focuses on targeting specific tight muscles and trigger points in the body.
- Aims to relax the muscle fibers and alleviate muscular tension and discomfort.
- Often used to address musculoskeletal issues, such as muscle knots, pain, and restricted mobility.
- More commonly associated with Western medicine and allied health practices.
- Not based on traditional energy meridians but rather on modern knowledge of muscle physiology.
Acupuncture:
- Involves inserting needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the flow of energy (Qi) along meridians.
- Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and its philosophy of balancing the body’s energy.
- Used to treat a wide range of conditions, not just musculoskeletal issues. It may target issues like pain, stress, digestion, and more.
- Based on ancient Chinese concepts of energy flow and holistic health.
- Often associated with both physical and energetic healing.
While both techniques involve the insertion of needles, the primary distinction lies in their treatment approach and the underlying principles on which they are based. Dry needling is more focused on relieving muscle tension and promoting local relaxation, while acupuncture aims to restore the balance of energy within the body’s meridians.
Is there scientific evidence supporting Dry Needling/ Medical Acupuncture?
Yes, there is scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of Dry Needling as a therapeutic technique. Over the past two decades, research in the field of musculoskeletal and pain management has provided substantial evidence of its benefits. Here are some key points about the scientific support for Dry Needling:
- Muscle Relaxation: Scientific studies have shown that the insertion of needles into trigger points or tight muscle areas can lead to muscle relaxation, reduction in muscle tension, and improved blood flow to the treated area.
- Pain Reduction: Research has demonstrated that Dry Needling can help alleviate pain by promoting the release of endorphins, which are the body’s natural pain-relieving chemicals.
- Trigger Point Inactivation: Studies have shown that Dry Needling can effectively deactivate trigger points, which are hyperirritable spots in muscles associated with pain and dysfunction.
- Improved Range of Motion: Evidence suggests that Dry Needling can lead to improved range of motion and joint flexibility, making it beneficial for musculoskeletal conditions.
- Functional Improvement: Research supports the idea that Dry Needling can contribute to functional improvements in conditions like lower back pain, neck pain, and various musculoskeletal issues.
- Combination Therapies: Many studies have investigated the benefits of combining Dry Needling with other therapies, such as manual therapy, exercise, and physical therapy, to achieve enhanced outcomes.
- Chronic Pain Management: Dry Needling has been explored as a potential treatment for chronic pain conditions, and some research suggests its positive effects in managing conditions like myofascial pain syndrome.
- Sports Injuries: Dry Needling has gained popularity in the sports medicine field, as studies have shown its potential to accelerate recovery, improve muscle function, and reduce pain in athletes with injuries.
Can I book a Dry Needling treatment if my injury is acute (the injury has occurred in the last couple of days)?
Yes, you can consider booking a Dry Needling treatment even if your injury is acute and has occurred in the last couple of days. In fact, Dry Needling can be beneficial for both acute and chronic injuries. Here’s how it can help in acute injuries:
- Promotes Blood Flow: Dry Needling involves the insertion of thin needles into specific areas of the body. This can help increase blood flow to the injured area, which is essential for the body’s natural healing processes.
- Reduces Muscle Tension: Acute injuries often lead to muscle tension and spasms around the affected area. Dry Needling can help relax these muscles, reducing pain and discomfort.
- Toxin Removal: The insertion of needles can stimulate the body’s natural detoxification mechanisms, helping to remove toxins and waste products from the injured tissues.
- Faster Healing: By improving blood flow, reducing muscle tension, and promoting a favorable environment for healing, Dry Needling can potentially accelerate the recovery process of acute injuries.
- Pain Relief: Dry Needling can trigger the release of endorphins, which are natural pain-relieving chemicals produced by the body. This can help alleviate pain associated with acute injuries.
- Complementary Treatment: Dry Needling can be used in conjunction with other treatments, such as rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), as well as any recommendations from your healthcare provider.
However, it’s important to note that the suitability of Dry Needling for acute injuries can vary depending on the nature and severity of the injury.
FAQs about Dry Needling/ Medical Acupuncture Kingsbury
This is worked out on a case by case basis. Generally speaking, we can get a marked improvement in 2-5 appointments.
$70 per session.
Yes, we do have HICAPS. You are able to claim the rebate directly from your health fund at the time of the appointment if you present a current health fund card and coverage is available for extras or ancillary services with your level of cover.
Sterilized, ultra-thin filiform acupuncture needles which are designed to specifically penetrate your skin, down to the muscle. They are used once and then safely disposed of. These needles are used to stimulate myofascial trigger points.
While some patients report relief from pain and tension after just one session, multiple sessions are best for maximum results.
It is definitely possible to experience a renewed range-of-motion after one dry needling session. Although consistent therapy is required to fully heal a chronic or long-term strain.
After each needling session, you will most likely feel sore and tender in both the treated muscle and surrounding area.
This tenderness can last a few hours or up to two days post-therapy. Pain can be alleviated with an ice pack or heat.
Yes it can. We apply the acupuncture needles to the muscles around the neck. If these muscles are tight, they can put pressure on the nerves that refer to the forehead and eyes. This gives you the sensation of pain around your forehead, however, the root cause of this pain could be derived from your neck.
Hiromi has been a qualified Dry Needlist for 6 years and Andrew 10 years.
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Dry Needling/ Acupuncture Kingsbury 
At Advanced Health, we provide Dry Needling and Acupuncture to patients in Kingsbury, Thornbury, Northcote, Reservoir, Coburg, Coburg North, Pascoe Vale, Pascoe Vale South, Ivanhoe, Kingsbury, Thomastown, Fairfield, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Heights, Heidelberg West, Brunswick and Brunswick East.
Our Allied Health Professionals who practice dry needling in our Kingsbury and Pascoe Vale clinics have the ability to diagnose and treat a multitude of musculoskeletal conditions. Andrew, Mitchell and Hiromi provide Dry Needling Therapy to all local Kingsbury residents and surrounding communities including Fairfield, Northcote, Heidelberg, Pascoe Vale, Coburg, Ivanhoe, Heidelberg Heights, Reservoir, Thomastown & Thornbury.
Local Dry Needling/Acupuncture in Kingsbury, Thornbury, Reservoir, Northcote, Pascoe Vale and Coburg.
Clinic Locations
We have two locations:
- Kingsbury Clinic
- Pascoe Vale Clinic
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Trading Hours
Our clinics are open the following hours:
- Weekdays: 8am – 9pm
- Saturdays: 7.30am – 6pm
- Sundays: 9am – 6pm
Health Insurance
We have a HICAPS terminal on site that can apply real-time rebates for Australian private health insurance funds.
Service Area
We provide Dry needling/acupuncture to all local Kingsbury residents and surrounding communities including Fairfield, Northcote, Heidelberg, Pascoe Vale, Coburg, Ivanhoe, Heidelberg Heights, Reservoir, Thomastown & Thornbury.
Your Experience 
Located close to the border of Kingsbury and Thornbury, Advanced Health Chiropractic provides outstanding and holistic chiropractic, massage and clinical pilates care in a warm and inviting space.
We provide Dry needling/Acupuncture to all local Kingsbury residents and surrounding communities including Fairfield, Northcote, Heidelberg, Pascoe Vale, Coburg, Ivanhoe, Heidelberg Heights, Reservoir, Thomastown & Thornbury.
New Patients From Kingsbury
- Early Morning and Late Appointments
- Long 30-45 minute Chiro consultation times
- Australian Olympic team massage therapist working on site
- Massage appointments starting at $60.00
- Weekend Appointments
- Our Chiropractor in Kingsbury treats the root causes of injury and biomechanical dysfunction, not just the symptoms using scientific evidence based treatments
What to expect during your first visit at our Kingsbury Acupuncture Dry Needling clinic?
We attempt to diagnose your injury on your first appointment. Our Dry needling and Acupuncture in Kingsbury treats the root causes of injury and biomechanical dysfunction, not just the symptoms using scientific evidence-based treatments.
The best Acupuncturist in Kingsbury
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Conditions
Here is a list of common injuries we treat:
Dry Needling/ Acupuncture Kingsbury
