Hit the Brakes on Pain: Your Recovery Guide After a Motor Vehicle Accident with Strive Physiotherapy
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July 16, 2025
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Introduction
Have you ever felt like no amount of stretching, massaging, or resting is helping that stubborn muscle pain goes away?
That deep ache in your shoulder, the tightness in your neck, or that annoying tension in your lower back could be coming from something called trigger points — and that’s where dry needling comes in.
At Strive Physiotherapy, dry needling is one of the most effective tools we use to help release tight muscles, ease pain, and get you moving freely again — without medication or other invasivetreatments.
Let’s break it down in a way that makes sense.
What Is Dry Needling?
Dry needling uses very fine, sterile needles (like acupuncture needles) inserted directly into tight or “knotted” muscles. These are called trigger points, and they can cause a lot of discomfort — sometimes even referring pain to other parts of your body.
The goal? To help your muscles relax, release tension, and reset.
It’s called “dry” because there’s no medication in the needle — it’s simply the needle itself that stimulates healing.
How Does It Actually Work?
When your physio inserts the needle into the muscle, it causes a tiny twitch or cramp — your body’s natural way of saying, “Hey, something’s going on here!”
This tiny reaction helps:
It’s like giving your muscle a reset button — and many people feel noticeable relief after just one session.
What Can Dry Needling Help With?
Dry needling can be helpful for a wide range of conditions, including:
If your muscles are constantly tight or if your pain keeps coming back, dry needling might be exactly what you need.
What Does It Feel Like?
We get asked this a lot!
You might feel a small twitch or a dull ache when the needle hits the trigger point — that’s totally normal and often a good sign that we’ve found the right spot. Some people feel a bit of muscle soreness afterwards (kind of like post-gym soreness), but this usually fades within 24–48 hours.
The good news? Many patients say they feel looser, lighter, and more mobile right after treatment.
Who Is It For?
Dry needling is suitable for:
If you’ve tried other things and still aren’t feeling 100%, this could be the missing piece of your recovery plan.
💬 Let’s Talk About Whether Dry Needling Is Right for You
At Strive, we believe in treating people — not just symptoms. Dry needling is just one of the many tools we use to help you feel better, move better, and get back to doing what you love. Not sure if it’s right for you? Come in for a chat. We’ll assess your condition and build a treatment plan that works for your body, your lifestyle, and your goals.
📍 Visit us in 2 Dartford Creek Bull Creek 6149
📞 Call 08 6509 3399
💻 Book online at www.strivehealthcare.com.au
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