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Dry Needling Sydney CBD

At Quay Health Sydney CBD, we specialise in dry needling therapy to target deep muscle tension, relieve persistent pain, and improve mobility. Our experienced team combines precision dry needling techniques with personalised care, ensuring every session is tailored to your body and your goals. Trusted by over 15,000 patients, we focus on delivering results that help you recover faster and move better.

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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 Sydney CBD

Dry needling at Quay Health Sydney CBD is used to accelerate recovery from muscle dysfunction and persistent pain. Whether you’re managing sports-related strains, chronic muscular discomfort, or stiffness from long hours at a desk, our treatments work alongside manual therapy and rehab exercises to release tight muscles, improve mobility, and support faster recovery. In partnership with Virgin Active and equipped with advanced tools like VALD technology for objective strength and movement testing, we ensure each session is precise and tailored to your body.

The practitioners at Quay Health Sydney CBD use dry needling to treat:

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

Book an appointment with our expert team today to take the first step towards achieving quick relief and improved mobility!

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.

Sydney CBD

Mon – Fri: 7.00am to 7.00pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

Bondi Junction

Mon – Fri: 7.00am to 7.00pm
Sat: 7.00am to 1.00pm
Sun: Closed

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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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