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Is persistent stiff muscle or joint pain affecting your daily life? Don’t let persistent stiff muscle or joint pain hold you back from living your life to the fullest. No one deserves to be limited by discomfort. Seek the care you need with therapies like dry needling to manage your discomfort and ensure you can enjoy every moment without limitations.
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At Benchmark Physio, our dry needling sessions are spearheaded by Ng Hong Kai. A GEMt Advanced Dry Needling Practitioner, Hong Kai shares an unwavering passion for the field and has over a decade of experience in dry needling and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
As the Clinic Director and Chief Physiotherapist, Hong Kai’s commitment to quality care is also evident through his extensive credentials. Under Hong Kai’s guidance, you can be assured of receiving treatments rooted in expertise, experience, and genuine passion for your wellbeing.
Ready to embark on a journey towards better musculoskeletal health free from pain? Schedule your consultation with us today.
Dry needling is the insertion of monofilament needles into muscle trigger points to restore normal blood flow, flush out acidic buildup, relieves muscle tension and promotes the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain-relievers.
Opting for dry needling at Benchmark Physio may provide several advantages:
While dry needling and acupuncture utilise needles, their foundational philosophies and objectives differ substantially. Acupuncture, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, focuses on balancing energy flow by inserting needles to harmonise the body's internal dynamics.
In contrast, dry needling is anchored in Western medicine. It emphasises a structural understanding and targets dysfunctional muscle tissue precisely with needles based on a detailed knowledge of the patient's anatomy and neurology. The treatment intent is to manage pain and dysfunction, and it is often integrated into a comprehensive physio regimen.
You can also learn more about the differences between dry needling and acupuncture on our blog.
Dry needling may address trigger-point-related lower back pain by potentially pinpointing and releasing tension in troubled areas. It may also be particularly effective when combined with treatments, such as back physio.
Dry needling could address trigger-point-related lower back pain by potentially pinpointing and releasing tension in troubled areas. It may be particularly effective when combined with treatments, such as shoulder physio.
Dry needling may address the pain sources of headaches and migraines. When complemented by physio, which offers posture guidance and stress management tips, you may be better equipped to prevent future occurrences.
For athletes, such as runners and rhythmic cyclists, dry needling may speed up recovery by potentially alleviating tension and training-related knee, ankle and foot conditions, such as:
To potentially expedite your recovery from painful musculoskeletal issues, incorporating dry needling treatments alongside other ankle physiotherapy or knee physiotherapy is advised.
Living with pain can profoundly impact your holistic wellbeing, making it crucial that you choose a trusted clinic in Singapore for your dry needling to accelerate your recovery. Whether you’re experiencing discomfort from an injury or simply seeking some level of relief from everyday muscle tension, dry needling may provide results.
Aside from addressing regular aches and pains, dry needling may be especially beneficial for athletes and active individuals like runners. This is because dry needling may help enhance performance, prevent injuries, and potentially speed up recovery from muscle strains or overuse injuries.
From dry needling to physiotherapy and sports massage, we offer comprehensive services to empower you to live a pain-free life. Our commitment extends to our adoption of an evidence-based treatment approach, which ensures that our clients receive treatments aligned with the industry’s recommended practices.
Benchmark Physio’s dry needling sessions are designed to address a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. We understand the importance of transparency, which is why we offer our dry needling sessions for $190, providing you with a 30-minute session of pain and muscle tension management. During your session at Benchmark Physio, you can expect the following key components from our sessions:
Alongside dry needling, your physiotherapist may suggest a variety of other exercises and movements to perform at home. These will be tailored to your recovery goals and the location of your pain. In general, these exercises will fall into the following categories:
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To address mild discomfort, the dry needling needle might be inserted briefly. Meanwhile, addressing intense pain may necessitate 10 to 15 minutes of needle placement.
Soreness may last up to 72 hours after your dry needling session, but not everyone experiences this.
While most patients don't experience side effects from dry needling, the few that do typically face mild reactions, including the following:
Dry needling may provide some level of pain relief immediately. However, two to three sessions are usually required to experience sustained results.
Dry needling is generally safe with minimal risks, especially when performed by a skilled practitioner like those on our team at Benchmark Physio.
No specific preparation is needed for dry needling. Just wear relaxed clothing that’s easy to adjust to facilitate access to the treatment areas.
In most cases, pain is completely alleviated after individuals undergo two or three dry needling sessions. However, patients with chronic pain may require five to six sessions.
Yes. Using dry needling alongside other treatments, such as physiotherapy for neck pain, can even enhance treatment efficacy.
Yes, only single-use, sterile needles are inserted during dry needling and discarded once your session is completed.
For optimal healing after a dry needling session:
Many health insurance schemes include physiotherapy coverage. However, whether dry needling is included under your coverage varies between insurance policies. It is advisable to contact your insurance company to clarify the details.
Dry needling may provide some level of relief from chronic pain by reconditioning muscles over successive treatments. This disrupts the cycle of pain, leading to restored muscle and nerve functionality.
Yes, athletes may use dry needling to potentially boost recovery, reduce their risk of injury, and elevate performance levels.
Dry needling is believed to result in the widening of small blood vessels, leading to heightened blood flow and oxygen supply to the muscles.
Yes, dry needling is not advised for individuals who meet any of the following conditions:
Benchmark Physio's physiotherapist is a GEMt Certified Dry Needling Practitioner.
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