Dry Needling

Dry Needling

Dry needling is a highly effective "Western" medical technique used primarily to treat muscle pain, stiffness, and "trigger points" (tight knots). At the Oxford Street Therapy Centre's Chronic Pain Management Clinic, we provide dry needling alongside traditional physiotherapy or injections.

Unlike traditional acupuncture, which is based on Eastern energy meridians (Qi), dry needling is rooted in modern anatomy and neurophysiology.The "Dry" Part: It is called "dry" because no fluid is injected. A fine, sterile filament needle is used to physically penetrate the skin and muscle.The Target: It specifically targets myofascial trigger points—taut bands of muscle that cause pain, restrict movement, and can even refer pain to other parts of your body.The "Twitch Response": When the needle hits the right spot, the muscle often gives a brief "twitch." This is a positive sign that the muscle is "resetting" and releasing its tension.

 Key Benefits:

• Releases Muscle Knots: Physically breaks up persistent tension that massage alone sometimes cannot reach.
• Pain Reduction: Triggers the release of endorphins (natural painkillers) and alters the way your brain processes pain signals.
• Improves Blood Flow: Relaxes the blood vessels in the tight area, allowing fresh, oxygenated blood to reach the tissue and speed up healing.
• Restores Mobility: By "untying" the knots, your range of motion often improves immediately after a session.

Procedure & Costs

Integration: In this clinic, dry needling is typically not a standalone "menu item" but is integrated into a Physiotherapy Consultation.
Typical Session: 30 minutes.
Price Range: Initial assessments including dry needling are £80 with follow-up sessions involving needling around £60.
Expertise: Our clinicians have experience with elite athletes and chronic conditions and use needling to facilitate faster returns to sport and activities of daily living.

 Common Conditions Treated: 

• Neck & Back Pain: Neck and back muscles, tension headaches caused by tight neck muscles, sciatica
• Shoulder Issues: Rotator cuff pain and "frozen shoulder" stiffness.
• Tennis/Golfer’s Elbow: Chronic tendon issues that aren't responding to rest and forearm muscles
• Wrist/Hand Muscles
• Leg Injuries: Thigh and lower leg muscles, IT band syndrome, and "runner’s knee."
• Feet: Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis, and small foot muscles

Safety & Aftercare

Sensation: You may feel a tiny "prick" followed by a deep ache or the aforementioned twitch.
Post-Treatment: It is normal to feel like you’ve had a "tough workout" in that muscle for 24–48 hours.
Hydration: It is highly recommended to drink plenty of water after a session to help flush out the metabolic waste released by the muscle.

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