Dry Needling Shelley
Relieve muscle tension, reduce pain, and restore movement — with targeted dry needling in Shelley
What Is Dry Needling Care?
Dry needling is a modern treatment technique that involves inserting thin, sterile needles into specific trigger points (knots or tight bands) in the muscles. Unlike acupuncture — which follows traditional Chinese medicine — dry needling is based on Western anatomical and neurophysiological principles.
By stimulating these points, dry needling helps to:
Reduce muscular tension and spasms
Improve blood flow to affected areas
Release pain-causing trigger points
Restore joint movement and function
How Does Dry Needling Work?
When a needle targets a trigger point or tight muscle band, it causes a local twitch response — a reflex contraction followed by relaxation. This helps reset dysfunctional motor end plates (the nerves that tell muscles to contract), promoting faster healing and better movement.
Dry needling also stimulates the central nervous system, increasing circulation and reducing inflammatory mediators that contribute to pain.
What to Expect From Your Dry Needling Session
Assessment – We’ll examine your condition, identify trigger points, and determine if dry needling is appropriate.
Treatment – Single-use needles are gently inserted into targeted muscle groups. You may feel a slight twitch or dull ache.
Post-care – Soreness may occur for 24–48 hours, followed by relief and improved range of motion.
Why Choose Regenerate Chiropractic
Experienced, Evidence-Based Practitioners
We stay current with best practice methods and tailor every approach to the individual.
Comprehensive Assessments
You get a clear understanding of your body’s needs—not just a generic adjustment.
Personalised Care Plans
No lock-in contracts or cookie-cutter schedules—just honest, effective care that works for you.
Conveniently Located
Our clinic serves Perth’s southern suburbs, making it easy to access professional care close to home.
Injuries and Conditions We Treat with Dry Needling
Dry needling is particularly effective when combined with manual therapy and rehabilitation. At our Shelley clinic, we commonly use it to help manage:
Lower Back Pain
Muscle imbalances, strains, or disc-related inflammation can cause deep muscular tension. Dry needling can help relax hypertonic muscles and improve mobility.
Neck Pain & Tension Headaches
Often associated with poor posture or stress, neck pain and tension headaches can be linked to tight cervical muscles. Dry needling can help reduce muscle tightness and relieve referred pain patterns.
Shoulder Dysfunction
Common in active adults and those with repetitive strain injuries, including rotator cuff issues. Targeting tight deltoid and scapular muscles can help improve range of motion.
Hip & Glute Pain
Tension in the piriformis or gluteal muscles can contribute to pain that refers down the leg. Dry needling can help alleviate sciatica-like symptoms.
Jaw Tension / TMJ Dysfunction
Needling the masseter and temporalis muscles can help reduce jaw tension and may assist with headache management.
Sports Injuries & Overuse Syndromes
Hamstring strains, shin splints, calf tightness, and other activity-related muscle injuries can respond well to targeted dry needling treatment.
Meet Our Team
Dr. David Hewson – Chiropractor
David is a Perth local with a passion for chiropractic care. He blends functional rehabilitation, lifestyle medicine, and long-term injury recovery to achieve lasting results.
David works collaboratively with his patients to build sustainable habits for pain prevention and performance. Whether supporting recovery from injury, managing scoliosis, or optimising movement for daily life, his approach is practical, thorough, and always centred on the individual.
FAQS
How long does a session take?
Most treatments take 20–40 minutes, depending on the number of areas being treated.
How is dry needling different from acupuncture?
Dry needling targets specific muscle trigger points based on Western medical principles. Acupuncture follows Chinese medicine theory and energy meridians.
Is dry needling painful?
You may feel a brief twitch or ache when the needle stimulates a trigger point. This is normal and usually subsides quickly