DRY NEEDLING | HTM SINGAPORE

Addressing hyper-irritable muscle bands to help release sustained contraction cycles.

What is Dry Needling?

Dry Needling is a targeted needle insertion directly into hyper-irritable muscular trigger points ("muscle knots"). In TCM terms, it helps release localized Qi and Blood stagnation trapped within tight myofascial tissue.

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Why HTM offers it?

At HTM, we integrate clinical trigger point therapy to directly target deep structural muscle knots and sports-related tightness.

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Key Benefits

1. Helps release tight muscle bands and localized tension
2. Supports natural joint range of motion
3. Interrupts chronic muscle tension cycles
4. Aids recovery from active strain or posture fatigue

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How It Works (Step-by-Step)

Palpation

Biomechanical examination to locate hyper-irritable muscle knots.

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Types of Dry Needling Offered at HTM

Deep Myofascial Needling

Directly targeting deep posture muscle trigger points.

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Conditions It Can Help Support

1. Tennis/golfer's elbow and hamstring tightness
2. Sciatica-like gluteal tightness and piriformis syndrome
3. Persistent neck knots and postural shoulder strain
4. Plantar fasciitis and calf tightness

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What to Expect (Patient Journey)

Consultation

Focused biomechanical examination

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Testimonials

At HTM, we pair classical point selection with modern neuro-anatomical understanding to provide gentle, precise, and drug-free relief for pain, stress, and internal disharmony.

Kylie

"I’ve been visiting this clinic since Dec 2024 for my back and neck pain, and it’s the first place that actually helped relieve my long-term discomfort!!!! I was skeptical at first because I had almost given up on my back pain was ready to live with this pain forever. Dr. Aaron not only treated my main issues, he also took the time to understand and address other concerns I had. He is very patient, friendly, and reassuring. Glad to give this clinic a shot (recommended by my friends)"

Gwen Lim

"I get to know Dr Aaron in HTM through my colleague. He is very knowledgeable in his area of medical field, Osteopathy. I went to Dr Aaron for consultation when I injured my ankles 2 weeks ago. From the look of the swell, he suspected I had teared tendons. He gave me treatment and medication, after 5 days, my ankles recovered 60%. "

Celina Hidajat

"Then i met Dr Aaron (and after hesitating for an hour — cause western and eastern medicine can carry opposing views) i finally decided to let him do his magic. I can’t tell you exactly what he did but i did surrender to the treatment which included 13 needles across my leg 🥹 the knee hurt most but!!!!!! I have been knee-pain free for the past month since i visited Dr. Aaron!"

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About the Physicians

At HTM, Practitioners trained in advanced western musculoskeletal anatomy and TCM meridian theory.

Dr. Leo Lai

Senior TCM Physician

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How is it different from acupuncture?
Dry needling focuses strictly on muscular trigger points and anatomical knots, whereas acupuncture covers classical meridian systems and organ balance.

2. Does the twitch hurt?
It feels like a brief 1-second dull cramp.

3. Will I be sore?
Mild muscle soreness for 12–24 hours is normal.

4. How fast are results?
Many patients notice range-of-motion improvements immediately.

5. Can I stretch after?
Yes, gentle stretching helps maintain muscle lengthening.

6. How many points are treated?
Usually 3–6 key trigger points per session.

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