About dry needling care at our clinic
Dry needling is one of the soft tissue techniques our chiropractors may use for muscle-related pain and tightness. It is optional, it is not for everyone, and it is only used after an assessment and with your consent.
- Muscle-focused. Fine, sterile single-use needles are placed into specific areas of tight or sensitive muscle.
- Not acupuncture. It is based on Western anatomy and muscle assessment, not traditional Chinese medicine.
- Your choice. We explain the risks and alternatives, and you can decline at any time.
Read the full dry needling guide for more detail.
Travelling from Westmead
Many people in Westmead work in healthcare, often on rotating shifts with long hours on their feet. Back, neck and foot discomfort are common complaints.
Routes from Westmead to Blacktown generally head west. Use the directions link on this page for a live route and current traffic, as conditions change throughout the day.
When to see someone else first
Dry needling is only used after assessment and with your consent. Tell your chiropractor about bleeding disorders, blood thinners or needle anxiety.