Dry Needling and the Mechanism of Acupuncture: What You Need to Know

Exploring two powerful tools for pain and musculoskeletal health In recent years, dry needling has gained popularity across physiotherapy and musculoskeletal clinics as a proven method for addressing muscular dysfunction, stiffness, and pain. But for many, it bears a striking resemblance to an older and legitimate therapy — acupuncture. At our Gold Coast Acupuncture clinic, we are frequently asked, "What's the difference between dry needling and acupuncture?" The truth is that although they have different philosophies and origins, the techniques are pretty similar in application and therapy. Let us delve deeper into how dry needling differs from acupuncture, their commonalities of benefits, and why they are both important in modern integrative health care. What Is Dry Needling? Dry needling is a new Western therapy that uses very fine solid needles to penetrate the skin and stimulate trigger points — bands of tight muscle tissue that can cause

2025-06-18T10:32:11+10:00By David Haynes|

Prolotherapy vs. Acupuncture: Pain Relief on the Gold Coast

If you're dealing with ongoing pain or joint problems, two popular natural treatments might help: Prolotherapy and Acupuncture. Both are offered locally, and many people are searching for effective Prolotherapy Gold Coast or Acupuncture Gold Coast services to manage their pain naturally. Here's how each therapy works and what science says about them. What is Prolotherapy? Prolotherapy, short for "proliferation therapy," is when a practitioner injects a natural solution—usually made of saline—into weak or damaged joints, ligaments, or

2025-05-26T22:33:48+10:00By David Haynes|

Acupuncture in the Management of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Haynes Acupuncture on the Gold Coast focuses on providing personalised acupuncture treatments that effectively alleviate the symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia through targeted point stimulation and comprehensive care. Trigeminal neuralgia, often described as one of the most excruciating pains known to humanity, affects the trigeminal nerve responsible for facial sensation. While conventional treatments like medication and surgery exist, an increasing number of individuals are turning to alternative therapies such as acupuncture for relief. Let's delve into how acupuncture effectively addresses trigeminal

2025-05-26T22:33:50+10:00By David Haynes|

Unlocking Healing: Acupuncture’s Efficacy in Managing Bell’s Palsy

Introduction: In the recent year or two, we have seen an influx of Bell’s Palsy patients at Haynes Acupuncture on the Gold Coast. This article is to help inform Gold Coast people about the management of Bell’s Palsy using acupuncture. Bell’s Palsy is a condition that can be debilitating, affecting facial muscles and causing paralysis or weakness on one side of the face. Traditional treatments often involve medication or physical therapy, but an alternative approach, acupuncture, has gained traction for

2025-05-26T22:33:50+10:00By David Haynes|

Get to Know Your Practitioners – Meet Sègoléne

Ségolène's passion for this medicine began years ago when she was suffering from chronic pain for many years, after experiencing acupuncture her sleepless nights transformed into peaceful rest. Being a Mum of three, she understands how difficult and sometimes complicated looking after your own health can be, so she is dedicated to helping others find energy and balance in their busy life. What Eastern Medicine offers is a philosophy that empowers you; it teaches you to listen to emotions, to

2025-05-26T22:33:52+10:00By David Haynes|

Osteoarthritis

At Haynes Acupuncture on the Gold Coast, we offer a range of therapies and treatments to provide alternative and holistic approaches to your health. Osteoarthritis (OA) is something we commonly see in the clinic. This ailment can degrade cartilage, change bone shape and cause inflammation, resulting in pain, stiffness and loss of mobility. What is Osteoarthritis OA is the most common form of arthritis; it happens when the cartilage at the end of the bones wears down. When the joint loses

2025-05-26T22:33:55+10:00By David Haynes|

Acupuncture for Back Pain

One of the biggest reasons patients seek out Acupuncture on the Gold Coast is to assist them with pain and injury. In our Gold Coast clinic we treat many individuals who suffer daily from pain.Sadly, back pain is one of the most common pain points that people experience in their lifetime. New research published by the Healthcare Medical Institute has proven that acupuncture is an effective medical intervention for patients suffering from lower back pain. This meta-analysis looked at numerous

2025-05-26T22:34:11+10:00By David Haynes|

How To Ease Back Pain During Pregnancy

More than two thirds of women who are expecting experience lower back and pelvic pain during their pregnancy, usually in the second and third trimesters (2). For many, the pain is bad enough to interfere with sleep, work and other activities. In a 2004 study, one third of women reported that they had to stop at least one activity due to back pain (3).

2025-05-26T22:34:37+10:00By David Haynes|