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Dry Needling

Dry needling involves inserting fine, sterile needles into tight muscle bands or trigger points to release tension and reduce pain.

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What To Expect

Assessment

Identifying muscle tension and trigger points contributing to pain or dysfunction.

Needling Technique

Using sterile needles to stimulate healing and relax muscles.

Integration with Rehab

Often used alongside physiotherapy or osteopathy for optimal results.

Dry Needling Bondi Junction

At Quay Health, dry needling is used to accelerate recovery from muscle dysfunction and persistent pain. By targeting overactive trigger points, this technique promotes rapid muscle release and complements manual therapy and rehab exercises for quicker relief and improved mobility.

Dry needling can be used for:

  • Muscle tightness
  • Trigger points
  • Sports injuries
  • Headaches and neck pain
  • Tendinopathy
  • Lower back pain
  • Shin splints
  • Hip and glute pain

Our Locations

Visit a Physiotherapist at the following locations.

FAQs

No, dry needling targets muscle tension and trigger points, whereas acupuncture involves balancing energy flow and is based on traditional Chinese medicine.

You may feel a twitch or mild ache, but it’s usually quick and well-tolerated.

Light activity is fine however your practitioner will guide you based on your response to treatment.

It’s typically used alongside other treatments and most effective when used on a weekly basis. The overall length of treatment will vary based on your condition and symptoms.

Generally, it’s avoided during pregnancy however please discuss this with your physio/osteo and GP.

Nerissa D'Mello​​

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Nerissa’s interest in physiotherapy began after experiencing multiple injuries growing up. Being in and out of clinics sparked her curiosity about how the body heals and inspired her to help others return to what they love. Early hands-on experience with a Scottish rugby club strengthened her passion for musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation.

Her treatment style combines hands-on techniques with exercise prescription, grounded in the latest research to prevent injury and promote lasting recovery.

Nerissa uses dry needling, VALD ForceDecks and Dynamo for data-driven rehab, taping, and shockwave therapy for stubborn tendon injuries.

She enjoys treating everyone, regardless of age, fitness, or background.

Patients can expect a thorough, personalised approach focused on understanding their goals, hands-on treatment, and education in a supportive environment.

Outside work, you can find Nerissa training for her first full marathon, playing tennis, smiling at your dog, and trying to keep up with all her downloaded podcasts.

Clinical interests include:

  • Shoulder injuries, including rotator cuff and instability
  • Ankle sprains
  • Tennis and racquet sports injuries
  • Neck and upper back pain
  • Rehab from postoperative hip and knee replacements

 

Languages spoken other than English: Conversational Hindi

Nerissa is available at Quay Health. Call (02) 9252 2825 to make an appointment or book online.

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Riccardo Erba​

Senior Physiotherapist

Riccardo’s passion for physiotherapy started while working with patients recovering from strokes, multiple sclerosis, and brain injuries. Seeing how vital movement is inspired him to explore the connection between the brain and body. Over seven years, he developed a holistic approach combining manual therapy, education, and sport-focused rehab.

His treatment style is evidence-based and tailored, blending hands-on therapy with corrective exercises and advanced technologies. Riccardo believes every patient deserves a personalised plan that balances pain relief and long-term improvement.

He uses techniques including spinal manipulation, mobilization with movement, dry needling, Class IV lasers, shockwave therapy, and VALD ForceDecks.

Riccardo enjoys helping clients who want to understand their bodies, relieve pain, prevent injury, and improve performance.

Outside work, he loves hiking, climbing, and following ball sports of all kinds.

Clinical interests include:

  • Headaches and neck pain
  • Shoulder and elbow conditions
  • Hip and knee rehab
  • Shockwave and laser therapy

Languages spoken other than English: Italian

Riccardo is available at Quay Health. Call (02) 9252 2825 to make an appointment or book online.

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