The latest Osteopath to join our team is Dr Vivian Wong. Vivian is a very experienced practitioner who employs a wide variety of approaches to help address your injury. Among the techniques she uses are Dry Needling and Cupping, which work extremely well together for a number of reasons.
- Both therapies target similar issues: Both cupping and dry needling are often used to address myofascial pain, trigger points, muscle tension, and restricted movement. They work through different mechanisms (cupping with suction and dry needling with needle insertion), but they often aim to achieve similar outcomes (reduced pain, improved muscle function).
- Anecdotal evidence and clinical practice: Many practitioners use cupping and dry needling in conjunction, reporting positive results in their patients. This combined approach is based on the idea that the two therapies might have synergistic effects, addressing different aspects of the same problem. For example, dry needling might release a specific trigger point, while cupping could then further reduce surrounding muscle tension and improve blood flow to the area.
- Research on individual therapies: There’s more research available on cupping and dry needling separately. Studies suggest potential benefits for each therapy in managing various musculoskeletal conditions. This indirectly supports the rationale for combining them, as they both target relevant factors contributing to pain and dysfunction.
- An exciting area for research: Studies looking into using dry needling in conjunction with cupping as a combined therapy are going to be very insightful. To what extent using them in combination offers advantages over either therapy alone, and the optimal protocols for combining these techniques is something that researchers and experienced practitioners in the field will continue to learn about.
If you’re considering this combined approach, it’s essential to consult with a qualified healthcare professional experienced in both techniques. They can assess your individual needs and advise you on the most appropriate treatment plan.
Cupping and Dry Needling are techniques that have been used by Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners and soft tissue therapists for hundreds of years. To book an appointment with Dr Vivian Wong simply visit our online booking page at https://www.harleyplacehealth.com.au/make-a-booking/
