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Dry Needling Bondi Junction

Quay Health provides expert dry needling therapy in Bondi Junction to help relieve tight muscles, aches, or muscle pain. With our experienced team and evidence-based techniques, we tailor every treatment to suit your body and your goals. Backed by over 350 five-star reviews at our CBD location, we bring the same trusted care and high-quality results to Bondi.

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Over 15,000 patients treated

4.9 stars on Google

Central Bondi Junction Location

Virgin Active Gym access

Easy and Flexible Online Booking

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, overuse, and persistent pain. By targeting overactive trigger points, this therapy promotes rapid muscle release, alleviates tension, and restores optimal movement. Our skilled practitioners in Bondi Junction integrate dry needling with manual therapy and rehabilitation exercises for quicker relief and improved mobility.

We combine hands-on expertise with advanced rehabilitation tools, including VALD technology for objective strength and movement testing. In partnership with Virgin Active, we deliver a well-rounded recovery plan that combines physiotherapy, osteopathy, and dry needling. Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic muscle pain, or looking to improve performance, our team designs each session to help you regain function and move with ease.

At Quay Health Bondi, our physical therapists can use dry needling to treat a broad range of conditions, including:

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

Get back to feeling your best. Schedule your personalised session and start achieving your goals now.

Our Locations

Visit a practitioner 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​​

Clinical Lead 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 during her masters strengthened her passion for musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation.
 
Now the Clinical Lead Physiotherapist at Quay Health, she has a strong interest in helping patients recover without surgical intervention when possible. Her treatment style combines hands-on techniques with exercise prescription, grounded in the latest research to promote lasting recovery.
 
Some of the techniques Nerissa uses are dry needling, VALD ForceDecks and Dynamo for data-driven rehab, taping, and shockwave therapy for stubborn tendon injuries.
 
She enjoys treating a broad range of patients, regardless of age, fitness, or background, and is currently expanding her expertise in women’s health.
 
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
  • Women’s health 
 
Languages spoken other than English: Conversational Hindi
 
Nerissa is available at Quay Health. Call 1300 782 943 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 1300 782 943 to make an appointment or book online.

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