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About Dry Needling Therapy
At CARE Physiotherapy & Massage Clinic in Calgary, we offer advanced Dry Needling Therapy to help relieve muscle pain, reduce stiffness, and restore mobility. Dry Needling is a safe and effective technique that targets myofascial trigger points — the tight, knotted areas within your muscles that cause pain and restrict movement. Our experienced physiotherapists use fine, sterile needles to release these tension points, improve blood flow, and promote natural healing within your body. Whether you’re dealing with chronic muscle tightness, sports injuries, or postural pain, dry needling can provide fast and lasting relief.
How Does Dry Needling Work?
Dry Needling works by stimulating specific trigger points within your muscles. When a needle is inserted into a tight or overactive muscle area, it causes a local twitch response — helping the muscle relax and reset. This process decreases inflammation, enhances oxygen delivery to tissues, and restores normal muscle function. Unlike acupuncture, which is based on traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is rooted in modern anatomy and evidence-based physiotherapy principles. It is commonly used to treat muscle pain, headaches, neck and back stiffness, sciatica, tendonitis, and other musculoskeletal issues.
Conditions Dry Needling Can Help With
- Chronic neck, shoulder, or lower back pain
- Muscle tightness or stiffness from overuse or poor posture
- Sports injuries and athletic muscle strain
- Joint pain and restricted movement
- Tension headaches and migraines
- Repetitive strain injuries (RSI)
- Sciatica and nerve compression pain
- Post-surgical or post-injury muscle recovery
Benefits of Dry Needling Therapy
Dry Needling provides both immediate and long-term benefits when performed by a trained physiotherapist. Many of our Calgary patients report noticeable improvements after just a few sessions. Here’s what you can expect:
- Reduction in muscle tension and trigger point pain
- Improved flexibility and joint mobility
- Enhanced muscle recovery and athletic performance
- Faster healing of soft tissue injuries
- Decreased inflammation and nerve irritation
- Better posture and alignment
- Overall improvement in body movement and comfort
Why Choose CARE Physiotherapy for Dry Needling in Calgary?
At CARE Physiotherapy & Massage Clinic, our mission is to help you move freely and live pain-free. Our certified physiotherapists have extensive experience in Dry Needling and advanced manual therapy techniques. We customize every treatment plan based on your specific pain patterns, lifestyle, and recovery goals. Our clinic offers a modern, comfortable, and professional environment where you can relax and heal. What sets us apart is our holistic approach — combining dry needling with physiotherapy, massage therapy, and exercise rehabilitation to ensure long-term results and prevent recurrence of pain.
FAQs
No. Although both use fine needles, Dry Needling is based on modern anatomical and neurophysiological principles, focusing on releasing trigger points in muscles, while acupuncture is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine.
Most people feel only a mild prick or twitch sensation during treatment. Some temporary soreness may occur, similar to post-exercise muscle soreness, but it quickly subsides.
The number of sessions depends on your condition and goals. Some patients feel relief after one session, while others may benefit from multiple treatments combined with physiotherapy exercises.
Yes. When performed by a licensed and trained physiotherapist, Dry Needling is a safe and effective treatment with minimal side effects.
Absolutely. Dry Needling helps release long-standing trigger points and muscle tension that contribute to chronic pain, making it an excellent option for long-term pain management and rehabilitation.
Book an Appointment
Scheduling your visit is simple and hassle-free. Book your appointment online or give us a call, and our friendly team will help you find a convenient time for your physiotherapy or massage session.