Dry needling & shockwave
For the pain that won’t budge
Two proven tools for stubborn problems: dry needling for tight, painful trigger points, and shockwave therapy for long-standing tendon pain. Always alongside a proper rehab plan.
Which one do I need?
Needling or shockwave?
Muscles
Dry needling
Fine, single-use needles into tight bands of muscle to ease pain and restore movement.
- Neck, shoulder and back tightness
- Calf, hamstring and glute trigger points
- Often helps in one or two visits
Tendons
Shockwave
Pulses of acoustic energy that stimulate healing in tendons that have been sore for months.
- Plantar fasciitis and Achilles pain
- Tennis elbow and patellar tendon pain
- Usually 3 to 5 weekly sessions
Not sure which suits you? Book a physio initial consultation and we will assess you first.
Safety first
Done by physios trained in the technique
Sterile and single-use
Every needle is sterile, single-use and disposed of straight after your treatment.
Assessed first
We check your history and explain the benefits and risks before we start, and ask for your consent.
Part of a plan
Needling and shockwave ease pain. Exercise is what keeps it away, so you always leave with a program.
Book online
Dry Needling & Shockwave
Dry needling for stubborn trigger points, and shockwave therapy for tendon problems such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles and tennis elbow.
A session of dry needling and soft-tissue release from a physio trained in the technique, for tight, painful muscles.
Shockwave for long-standing tendon pain: plantar fasciitis, Achilles, patellar and hip tendons, and tennis elbow. Most people need three to five sessions, a week apart.
Who treats you
Our needling and shockwave physios
Liam Brennan
Principal Physiotherapist · Sports
Liam opened Kinetic in 2014 after six seasons as head physio for a state-league football club. He treats running, football and netball injuries, and loves a tricky knee. Master of Sports Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne.
Emily Sharpe
Physiotherapist · Spinal & Clinical Pilates
Emily looks after backs, necks and the desk-bound, and teaches most of our clinical Pilates. She is our go-to for post-surgery rehab and for patients who want to get strong again after a long time off.
Add it to a physio visit
Already seeing one of our physios?
Add needling, taping or shockwave to your physio consultation when you book, and we treat everything in one visit.
Dry Needling
Fine single-use needles to release tight trigger points, added to your consultation.
+$25 · 15 min
Sports Taping
Rigid or kinesiology tape to support a joint for training or game day. Tape included.
+$20 · 10 min
Shockwave Add-On
A shockwave treatment for a tendon problem, in the same visit as your physio consultation.
+$50 · 15 min
Questions
Before you book
Is dry needling the same as acupuncture?
They use similar needles, but dry needling is based on Western anatomy and targets trigger points in muscle, rather than traditional acupuncture points.
Does it hurt?
You may feel a quick twitch or a deep ache as the muscle releases, then relief. Some people are a little sore for a day, like after a workout.
Is shockwave painful?
It can be uncomfortable for a few minutes. We start gently and adjust the intensity to what you can handle.
Who shouldn’t have these treatments?
We avoid needling and shockwave during pregnancy, over areas of infection, and for some people on blood thinners or with a pacemaker. Tell us about your health and medications when you book.
Appointments this week
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Most new patients are seen within two days. Book online in a minute, with live availability for every practitioner, or call and we’ll find you a time.