Unlocking Muscle Relief with Dry Needling at The Manx Myo in Geelong

If you’ve been battling persistent muscle tension, nagging aches, or limited mobility, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to “just live with it.” At The Manx Myo, your local Geelong Myotherapist, we’ve been using dry needling for over 8 years to help clients reduce pain, restore movement, and feel more in control of their bodies again.

Let’s explore how dry needling in Geelong could be the missing piece in your recovery.

🧠 What is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is a modern, evidence-based technique that uses fine, sterile needles to target tight or overactive muscles — also known as trigger points.

Unlike acupuncture (which is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine), dry needling is rooted in Western medical science, focusing on releasing muscle tension, improving mobility, and reducing pain.

EMS dry needling for a runner with calf restriction

💡 How Does Dry Needling Work?

Trigger points are those tight “knots” you feel in your muscles — often painful to touch and responsible for referred pain elsewhere in the body.

By inserting a fine needle into the affected area, dry needling can:

✅ Release stubborn muscle knots
✅ Improve blood flow to the area
✅ Reduce pain and inflammation
✅ Restore normal muscle function and range of motion

The result? A body that moves better and feels more at ease — without constant tension holding you back.

✅ What Conditions Can Dry Needling Help With?

At The Manx Myo in Geelong, we’ve used dry needling to support clients struggling with:

Chronic pain (lower back, neck, or shoulder)
Muscle strains and sports injuries
Postural imbalances from desk work or repetitive tasks
Headaches and migraines linked to muscular tension
Reduced flexibility or movement due to tight muscles
Tendonitis or overuse-related pain

Dry needling is often used alongside deep tissue massage, joint mobilisation, and corrective exercise to enhance recovery and get results faster.

👣 What to Expect During Your Session

When you book a dry needling treatment at The Manx Myo, Tom — a qualified Myotherapist in Geelong with 13 years' experience — will assess your movement patterns, pain history, and goals before starting.

The treatment involves inserting thin needles into specific trigger points. You may feel a twitch response (a good sign!), followed by a feeling of release or lightness in the muscle.

Most clients experience minimal discomfort, and many report noticeable relief or better movement shortly after their session.

🤔 Is Dry Needling Right for You?

If you’re experiencing:

Tight or painful muscles
Limited flexibility or mobility
Chronic or recurring pain
Or you’re recovering from a strain or sports injury

…dry needling may be a powerful addition to your myotherapy treatment plan.

📍 Book Dry Needling in Geelong Today

At The Manx Myo in Drumcondra, Geelong, we’re committed to helping you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.

👉 Ready to try dry needling?
Use the online booking system at the top of this page to schedule your session.
💬 Got questions first? Use the chat icon (bottom right) for a quick response or to request a free 10-minute consult.

📖 Want to know more? Read our blog on Where to go for the best deep tissue massage in Geelong.

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