Dry Needling
Targeted relief for tight, painful muscular trigger points
Price on request
Dry needling offers targeted relief for tight, painful muscular trigger points. At CT Osteopathy in Whiteley, Fareham, we use this precise technique to release areas of stubborn muscular tension, reduce pain and restore comfortable movement.
What is Dry Needling?
Dry needling uses a fine, sterile needle to target myofascial trigger points — the tight, sensitive knots that can develop within a muscle. Stimulating these points helps the muscle release, easing local pain and referred symptoms. It is called "dry" needling because no fluid is injected, and it can be a highly effective addition to your hands-on treatment.
Benefits
- Targeted release of stubborn muscle knots
- Reduced local and referred pain
- Improved muscle function and movement
- Relief where other techniques have plateaued
- A precise complement to manual therapy
What we can help with
- Muscular trigger points and knots
- Tension-related pain and stiffness
- Referred pain from tight muscles
- Restricted movement from muscular tension
What to expect
We assess the affected muscles and explain the treatment fully before starting. Fine needles are applied to specific trigger points to encourage release. Most people feel only a brief sensation, followed by a welcome reduction in tension.
Frequently asked questions
Does dry needling hurt?
The needles are very fine, so most people feel only a small sensation or a brief muscle twitch as the trigger point releases. Any discomfort is usually short-lived.
Is dry needling the same as acupuncture?
They use similar needles but differ in approach. Dry needling targets specific muscular trigger points based on a musculoskeletal assessment.
Is it safe?
Yes. Dry needling is performed with sterile, single-use needles by a trained practitioner, and we always explain the process before we begin.