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Dry Needling in Mississauga

Dry needling targets tight, painful trigger points as part of a broader plan to restore movement and strength.

Registered clinicians
Direct billing support
One-on-one assessment
Dry needling treatment for shoulder muscle
Service focus

Dry Needling care at Dundas Physiotherapy.

Initial assessment
Personalized plan
Referral
Usually not required
Insurance
Ask about billing
Who it helps

Specific symptoms we commonly assess.

Dry Needling can support symptoms that affect daily movement, work, sleep and confidence. Your clinician will assess the whole picture before recommending treatment.

Trigger points✓
Neck tension✓
Shoulder pain✓
Back tightness✓
Calf tightness✓
Sports overuse✓
Headache-related tension✓
Persistent muscle knots✓
What to expect

A clear plan from the first visit.

01

Assessment

We listen to your story, check movement, strength and irritability, then explain what is most likely driving the problem.

02

Treatment

Hands-on care, exercise and education are selected around your diagnosis, comfort and goals.

03

Progression

Your plan is advanced as symptoms settle, with clear home steps so you can stay independent.

Treatment approach

Tools we may use, chosen for you.

No two plans look the same. Your clinician picks the techniques that fit your condition, goals and preferences.

Trigger-point assessment

We identify irritable muscles and movement patterns that may be contributing to symptoms.

Fine-needle release

Needles are used to target tight muscle bands when clinically appropriate.

Mobility follow-up

Movement is added after needling so the nervous system learns a new, easier pattern.

Strength follow-up

Exercise helps maintain the change and reduce recurrence.

Symptom monitoring

Tenderness after treatment is explained and monitored.

Integrated treatment

Dry needling is one tool, not the whole plan.

Coverage

Most extended health plans cover dry needling.

We can help you understand direct billing options, claim types and what to bring to your visit. Coverage depends on your individual plan.

Extended health benefitsDirect billing support
Motor vehicle accidentAuto insurer guidance
Workplace injuryWSIB support
Self-pay visitsCall for details
Clinical team

Clinicians for dry needling

Meet the whole team
Kanika Alagh, Clinic Director at Dundas Physiotherapy

Kanika Alagh

Clinic Director

Focus: clinic leadership and personalized rehabilitation.

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Anagha, Registered Physiotherapist at Dundas Physiotherapy

Anagha

Registered Physiotherapist

Focus: movement assessment and active recovery.

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Dry Needling FAQ

Questions specific to this service.

Dry needling is often used for muscle trigger points, stubborn tightness, neck and shoulder tension, back tightness and sport-related overuse symptoms.

Ready to start dry needling?

Book an assessment or call us with a question. We will help you choose the right next step.

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