ACUPUNCTURE/DRY NEEDLING

We use medical acupuncture in conjunction with our other treatments to treat a range of conditions. The process we use is known as Dry Needling. It involves inserting needles into the skin and muscle directly at a myofascial trigger point (MTP) consisting of multiple contraction muscle knots which are related to the production and maintenance of pain and trauma in your body.

The objectives and philosophy behind the use of dry needling by physical therapists is not based on ancient theories or tenets of traditional Chinese medicine. The performance of modern dry needling by physical therapists is based on Western Neuroanatomy and modern scientific study of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems.

Both Dry Needling and Acupuncture do, however use the same tool; a solid needle filament.

Acupuncture can also help a variety of different symptoms, including:

  • Arthritic and Rheumatic pain
  • Back and Neck pain – acute and chronic
  • Cervicogenic headaches and Migraine prevention
  • Circulatory problems
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Knee pain, tennis elbow and sprains
  • Postoperative nausea and vomiting
  • Chemotherapy nausea and vomiting
  • Inability to relax and Stress related problems
  • Joint pains and generalised aches and pains
  • Women’s Health related problems

OUR TREATMENTS

What you can expect from your treatment

 

With all our treatments we will start with a consultation to discuss your requirements, we will then create a treatment plan. Your first treatment will start straight away.

This process involves:-

  • Full case history will be taken
  • Active and passive examination
  • Treatment plan prepared
  • Quotation provided
  • Covid rules apply
  • It is important you feel comfortable so we ask you to wear comfortable clothing for your treatments.
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About your appointment

Due to Covid, appointments are safely organised.

These steps ensure your health and safety during your treatment session. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any questions about the steps I am taking to keep you safe or to make an appointment:-

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Before your appointment

We will call you to discuss your treatment.

If you or anybody in your home has had any Covid symptoms, such as a high temperature, cough, loss of taste or smell or if anybody in your home is vulnerable. 

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TREATMENT ROOM PREPARATION

Before your appointment the treatment room will be cleaned thoroughly and we will wear protective clothing.

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ON YOUR ARRIVAL

  • Please arrive at your appointment time, we don’t have a waiting area at the moment.
  • You will be asked to sanitise your hands on arrive and will need to wear a face mask.
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