Dry Needling in Dunedin

Pain Relief & Injury Recovery

Conveniently located off State Highway 1 and 88

8 Broadway, Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

Monday - Thursday: 8am – 6pm, Friday 8am - 5pm

Paid on-street parking available nearby

Physiotherapist performing dry needling treatment in Dunedin clinic

For office workers, athletes and residents in Dunedin dealing with pain, repetitive strain or sports injuries, dry needling offers fast and effective relief. At Physio Performance Physiotherapy, our team has been providing dry needling for over 20 years, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with physiotherapy services.

What is Dry Needling?

Dry needling uses very fine, single-use needles to stimulate nerve fibres and release muscular trigger points. This process improves blood flow, reduces muscle tension, and speeds up the body’s natural healing response.

  • Relieves muscle knots and tightness

  • Improves movement and function

  • Reduce pain and spasms

  • Correct postural and movement problems

  • Promotes faster recovery after injury

Dry Needling vs Acupuncture

Although both use thin needles, dry needling has shown positive outcomes in treating myofascial (muscle fascial - connective tissue) pain, particularly for trigger points.

By contrast, acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese medicine where the balance of energy flow (Qi) along meridians is used to promote holistic healing.

At Physio Performance, our physiotherapists use proven dry needling techniques backed by evidence informed practice.

Who Can Benefit from Dry Needling in Dunedin?

Our qualified physiotherapists recommend dry needling for:

  • Sports injuries (hamstring, knee, ankle, foot)

  • Tendonitis and repetitive strain injuries

  • Neck, shoulder, and lower back pain

  • Headaches, sciatica, and pelvic pain

  • Fibromyalgia and widespread muscle pain

  • Office-related postural strain and desk-related pain

Whether you are an athlete or an office worker, our Dunedin dry needling clinic provides convenient treatment options to suit your lifestyle.

Why choose Physio Performance for Dry Needling in Dunedin?

  • Over 25 years’ experience treating Dunedin residents

  • Qualified physiotherapists trained in evidence-based dry needling

  • Conveniently located in the heart of Dunedin

  • Flexible appointment times before work, after work, or during your lunch break

  • Personalised treatment plans following the Physio Performance pain to performance pathway

We combine hands-on techniques with modern dry needling to ensure lasting results for pain relief and injury recovery.

Book your appointment with Physio Performance Physiotherapy today and experience the difference of evidence-based care.

Contact our team today!

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