Biomedical Sports Podiatry
Dry Needling in Forster
We use advanced movement analysis and tailored treatment plans to support long-term foot function, mobility, and performance.
Targeted Therapies
Forster Dry Needling
Dry needling is one of several targeted therapies we offer at Biomedical Sports Podiatry in Forster. This technique involves the gentle insertion of fine, sterile needles into specific myofascial trigger points—tight knots in muscle that can restrict movement or cause referred pain. It’s especially effective for relieving tight muscles, improving mobility, and reducing discomfort when other movement-based treatments haven’t been enough.
Targeted Joint Movement
Why Dry Needling?
Dry needling works by stimulating a healing response deep within the muscle tissue. When inserted into a trigger point, the needle causes a small, controlled micro-trauma that helps break the pain cycle, restore proper muscle activation, and promote increased blood flow to the area.
This resets the neuromuscular system, reduces inflammation, and improves range of motion—often providing noticeable relief after just a few sessions. It’s particularly beneficial for chronic tension, postural strain, or athletic overuse injuries.
Targeted Joint Movement
Your Personalised Treatment Plan
At Biomedical Sports Podiatry, dry needling is never used in isolation. We integrate it into a personalised clinical plan based on your unique biomechanics, activity levels, and symptom patterns. It’s just one of the advanced tools we use to support your body’s movement and recovery. Your plan may also include biomechanical assessments, neural therapy, prolotherapy, or foot mobilisation therapy—each carefully selected to address the root cause of your issue and restore long-term function.
If you’re based in Forster, Taree, Gloucester, Diamond Beach, Pacific Palms, Nabiac, or Old Bar, we’d love to help you move with greater ease and confidence. Call 0466 691 935 to book an appointment or find out how dry needling and our other targeted therapies could support your recovery, performance, or ongoing health goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is dry needling painful?
Some people feel a brief twitch or dull ache during dry needling, but most find it tolerable and short-lived. The sensation is typically very different to a standard injection. After treatment, mild soreness can occur but usually settles within 24–48 hours. Your podiatrist will always explain what to expect and ensure it’s suitable for your presentation.
When is prolotherapy or neural therapy used?
Prolotherapy and neural therapy are sometimes included when there’s chronic pain, inflammation, or reduced function that hasn’t responded to other therapies. These approaches aim to stimulate healing responses or calm irritated nerve signals. Whether they’re appropriate depends on your symptoms, history, and how your tissues are responding to load.
What is foot mobilisation therapy?
Foot mobilisation therapy involves hands-on techniques used to restore joint motion and reduce stiffness. It’s useful when certain joints in the foot or ankle aren’t moving well, affecting gait or load distribution. Mobilisation can improve alignment, comfort, and muscle activation, particularly when combined with strength or movement retraining.
