Dry Needling
Dry needling may be used by appropriately trained practitioners as part of a broader management plan. At Forma, it is considered after assessment and discussed in the context of your presentation, goals and other suitable options. It is not presented as a stand-alone fix. Your practitioner will explain why it may or may not be relevant, what the appointment involves and any questions you may have before proceeding.
Dry Needling Can Help If You Have:
Muscle tightness that keeps coming back
Chronic pain or lingering injury
Neck tension or jaw clenching
Headaches and migraines
Back pain or movement restrictions
Overuse from training, work or stress
Needling is always combined with other rehabilitative or treatment methods.
Who’s it for?
Here’s What Happens (and Why It Works)
Pinpoints hyperactive trigger points and motor bands in muscles
Creates a micro-injury that stimulates blood flow and promotes healing
May disrupts pain cycles and relaxes overactive neuromuscular patterns
Can improves mobility, speed of recovery and overall performance
FAQ’S
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Your Session, Step by Step
We assess your movement, posture and trigger points first
We explain where and why we’re needling — you’re never in the dark
Needles are in for 2-5 minutes depending on the area
You might feel a deep ache or twitch — that’s normal and usually short-lived
Afterwards, we’ll reintegrate movement to lock in the change
It is normal to experience slight soreness after the session, this should not last more than 2 days.
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Most people feel a quick twitch or ache, but it passes quickly. You’re always in control - we explain every step.
After the session you may experience a little bit of discomfort but this is considered normal and should be nothing of concern.
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No. Acupuncture follows traditional Chinese medicine. Dry needling is based on musculoskeletal science and neurology.
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It depends on your case, but often even one or two sessions can make a noticeable difference.