Trigger Point Therapy and Acupuncture in Podiatry

Dry Needling and Trigger Points

• Uses fine, solid needles

• Targets overactive muscle tissue

• Releases tight muscle bands

• Provides effective pain relief

• Treats myofascial pain syndrome

Acupuncture Approach

• Based on traditional Chinese medicine

• Focuses on energy flow ('chi')

• Uses specific points like Bafeng

• Particularly effective for nerve pain

• Combined with modern techniques

Treatment Applications

Common Conditions Treated

• Tendinitis/tendinopathy

• Overworked muscles

• Plantar fasciitis

• Neuropathic pain

• Arthritic joint pain

Additional Therapies

• Low level laser therapy

• Combined treatment approaches

• Targeted pain management

• Muscle tension relief

Treatment Benefits

• Muscle tension release

• Pain reduction

• Improved mobility

• Enhanced recovery

• Better muscle function