Muscleze Therapies

Dry Needling

Dry needling is the use of solid filiform needles for therapy of muscle pain, sometimes also known as intramuscular stimulation.[1] Acupuncture and dry needling techniques are similar. The needles used are "acupuncture needles" as described in the Huang Di Nei Jing in the Han dynasty and manufactured for use by acupuncturists.

What's the Difference between Acupuncture and Dry Needling?

Dry needling for the treatment of myofascial (muscular) trigger points is based on theories similar to traditional acupuncture; however, dry needling targets the trigger points, which is the direct and palpable source of patient pain, rather than the traditional “meridians”, accessed via acupuncture.

What distinguishes dry needling from traditional acupuncture is that it does not use the full range of traditional theories of Chinese Medicine.

How It Works...

In the treatment of trigger points for a person with myofascial pain syndrome, dry needling is an invasive procedure in which a filiform needle is inserted into the skin and muscle directly at a myofascial trigger point. A myofascial trigger point consists of multiple contraction knots, which are related to the production and maintenance of the pain cycle. Deep dry needling for treating trigger points was first introduced by Czech physician Karel Lewit in 1979. Lewit had noticed that the success of injections into trigger points in relieving pain was apparently unconnected to the analgesic used.

Proper dry needling of a myofascial trigger point will elicit a local twitch response (LTR), which is an involuntary spinal cord reflex in which the muscle fibers in the taut band of muscle contract. The LTR indicates the proper placement of the needle in a trigger point. Dry needling that elicits LTRs improves treatment outcomes,[6] and may work by activating a healing process on many levels.

Cupping

Cupping is an ancient Chinese therapy in which a cup is applied to the skin and the pressure in the cup is reduced (either by heat or suction) in order to draw and hold skin and superficial muscles inside the cup. Sometimes, while the suction is active, the cup is moved, causing the skin and muscle to be pulled. This is called glide cupping.

Cupping is applied to certain acupuncture points as well as to parts of the body that have been affected by pain, where the pain is deeper than the tissues to be pulled. Cupping has greater emphasis on the back due to the multitude of muscles, which can be applied to realign different muscles and thus loosen up Myofascia.

Cupping is based on the meridian theory of the body. On one hand, cupping removes any stagnation in the body and opens the meridians so that qi can flow freely. On the other, it also helps to rejuvenate certain meridians and organs that are not functioning at their best. From a scientific standpoint, cupping is known to help activate the lymphatic system, promote blood circulation, and is good for deep tissue repair.

Testimonials

“My Name is Scott and I have been seeing Danny for the past 12-18 mths for remedial massage.

I lead a pretty busy lifestyle and his direct concentrations on areas of constant strain e.g. running to riding have eased the discomfort and gave me some good stretching techniques to boot. Cheers Danny.”

Beth C.

“Danny takes care of the muscles aches and strains with massage, cupping and dry needling, that allows me to continue with my training. I would not be able to continue at the level of fitness that I am now without Danny at Muscleze Therapies.”

Tracy K.

“Danny was instantly able to pin point my injury and developed a plan of treatment to help me continue the recovery phase.

I continue to receive therapy from Danny using different techniques as part of my training and health program. I cannot recommend Muscleze Therapies enough for their level of professionalism, training and expertise.”

Terms and Conditions

• Any cancellations less than 24 hours prior to treatment will attract a fee of 50% of the treatment cost, Unless there is reasonable circumstances i.e.; emergencies.

• A no show with no given notice of cancellations will attract a full fee of the cost of treatment and paid within 7 days of invoice.

• We will make every effort to send a courtesy reminder message a day before your treatment. However from time to time a message may not be sent, it does not indicate that your booking has been cancelled unless notified by us. Please check your original booking and consult with us if you have any questions regarding your booked treatment.

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