Trigger-point dry needling is an invasive procedure where a fine needle or Acupuncture needle is inserted into the skin and Muscle. It is aimed at myofascial trigger points (MTrP) which are hyperirritable spots in skeletal muscle that are associated with a hypersensitive palpable nodule in a taut band. Trigger point dry needling can be carried out at superficial or deep tissue level.

What is dry needle therapy used for?

Dry needling is a technique physical therapist use (where allowed by state law) for the treatment of pain and movement impairments. The technique uses a “dry” needle, one without medication or injection, inserted through the skin into areas of the muscle

Indications for Dry Needling

• Identification of myofascial trigger points in the muscle through palpation
• Deep dry needling reproduces the patient’s pattern of pain
• Identification of ‘Jump’ and ‘Shout’ sign on palpation on MTrP
• The minimum criteria for diagnosis of myofascial trigger points are:
  – Spot tenderness in a palpable band of skeletal muscle
  – Subject recognition of pain with palpation

– Clinical presentation

DN is used for pain and disfunction of the musculoskeletal system of various origins. DN is used mostly for treatment of myofascial trigger points. Further indications are among several others for example insertional tendinopathy, scar pain, soft tissue pain and tensioned muscles.

Absolute Contraindications

DN therapy should be avoided in patients under the following circumstances

• In a patient with needle phobia.
• Patient unwilling – fear, patient belief
• Unable to give consent – communication, cognitive, age-related factors.
• Medical emergency or acute medical condition.
• Over an area or limb with lymphedema as this may increase the risk of infection/cellulitis and the difficulty of fighting the infection if one should occur.
• Inappropriate for any other reason.

Relative Contraindications

• Abnormal bleeding tendency
• Compromised immune system
• Vascular disease
• Diabetes
• Pregnancy
• Children
• Frail patients
• Patients with epilepsy
• Psychological status
• Patient allergies
• Patient medication
• Unsuitable patient for any reason

If you would like to know more, book a consultation to discuss whether this treatment is best suited for you.

Fat Freezing or ‘Cryolipolysis‘ is safe, effective, non-surgical way to quickly and permanently lose some of those fat cells and help to slim you down.

Is it Safe?

It is the only USA FDA-cleared technology based on Fat Freezing or ‘Cryolipolysis’ technique that freezes the fat cells on your body without damaging skin and other tissues. Once fat cells are treated, the body will naturally take them away.

How does it work?

The cooling system works by vacuum pressure and through a controlled freezing process, the targeted fat cells are destroyed. The dead cells are then removed and excreted through the body’s lymphatic system, never to return.

What areas of the body is this treatment effective for?

Fat freezing can help to reduce belly fat and other localized areas such as love handles, thighs, abdomen, upper arms and the area of fat located beneath the buttocks by freezing the fat cells. It effectively targets a specific area and freezes excessive fat cells located there – thus making these fat cells inactive. These inactive fat cells are then flushed out of the body by your natural lymphatic drainage system.

What are the results?

Our studies have shown that one session of Fat Freezing with CryoVac results in 15-20% fat reduction in the treated area (which translates to 2-5 cm) after one session. Each treatment takes up to 45 minutes for one localized area.

Treatment and After-Care:

For this treatment you do not even require Anesthesia, you can relax, read a book or listen to music as you like. We recommend that our customers wear comfortable clothes after the treatment since the area can feel a little sore. You can continue your day as normal without taking any special precautions. Lasting improvements to your body can be made by changing your behavior through nutrition and exercise.

The Benefits of Fat Freezing

• No surgery necessary – Fat Freezing offers a reduction of fat tissue without the trauma of invasive methods such as liposuction
• You will not need anesthesia prior to your treatment
• There is no damage to the muscles, blood vessels or nerve fibers in the area
• Short recovery period, you can immediately return to your normal activities
• The fat cells destroyed are removed from your body permanently
• You can treat multiple areas during the same procedure
• There is often a boost in self-confidence following the treatment

If you are looking to reduce body fat and want results in the short amount of time book your consultation with us today! We will be pleased to explain this treatment in full and answer any questions you may have.

1. Pick the right time before you go out for the exercise: it could be early morning or evening.
2. Protect your skin with sunscreen.
3. Stay hydrated in the summer our body requires more fluids to keep us moving strong. When our body is dehydrated some sensations might be feeling like headaches, nausea, cramps, fatigue etc. Take more fluids to hydrate yourself.
4. Wear loose and light colored clothes during exercises to prevent overheating body and protect your skin.
5. Find a shadow for workout.
6. Protect your head and eyes.
7. Always listen to your body, this is very important if you feel dizzy, nauseous or lightheaded, take a break! Sit down and have water.
8. If you are on any new or your regular medication, check for possible side effects from medication interaction with the sun.

We hope you keep these tips in mind for a safe and healthy summer!

Middle back pain refers to pain or discomfort in the region of base of the neck to the thoracic spine.

In this area of the body, there are 12 spinal disks, many vertebrae, muscles and ligaments. Any of these structures can be irritated or damaged, which leads to middle back pain.

Causes.

There are many causes of middle back pain, ranging from injury to poor posture.

Few causes are Poor Posture, Lifestyle factor, Muscles strain and sprains, Scoliosis, Tumor, Obesity, Aging, Herniated Disk, Kidney Pain etc

Treatment.

Physical therapy treatments (include hot and cold packs to relive the pain and swelling).

Posture improvement exercises.

Medications for pain relive and Prevention’s like maintain healthy weight, proper posture, exercise therapy etc.

There are two causes of neck pain in computers users:

1. Holding Neck Posture.
2. Slouching or Otherwise.

How to relive the Neck Pain.

Poor posture at the computer for long period is often source of the neck pain.

You can improve it with Physical Therapy, exercises and improvement in posture.