Medical Acupuncture (Dry Needling) involves inserting fine needles for a therapeutic effect. Overall, it’s an adaptation of the Chinese method just using modern up-to-date knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Medical Acupuncture is used to relieve muscular tension and dysfunctions, and reduce the pain and symptoms associated with such dysfunctions. Medical Acupuncturists no longer conform to the notion of Ying and Yang. However, we do aim to create homeostasis within the body.
Medical acupuncture works by changing the way your body senses pain (neurological effects), and by helping the body heal stubborn muscle spasm associated with trigger points (myofascial effects). There are additional electrical and chemical changes associated with medical acupuncture therapy which assist in the healing process. It is important to see the needles as just one part of your overall rehabilitative treatment. Medical Acupuncture is not a miracle cure, it’s a normal part of sports therapy. It’s vital that you do the exercises and follow the advice your therapist gives you in conjunction with the needling for optimal recovery.
