Medical Acupuncture (Dry Needling) Bristol
Expert Dry Needling Treatment at The Hanham Clinic
Reduce muscular tension
Ease pain and stiffness
Support rehabilitation and recovery
Trusted local clinic serving Hanham and Bristol
Call us on: 07946 426514
Email us: info@hanhamclinic.co.uk
Based at Hanham Hall, Whittucks Road, Bristol, BS15 3FR
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Our experienced chiropractors use evidence-based dry needling techniques alongside chiropractic care, rehabilitation exercises, and hands-on treatment to help target muscular tension, trigger points, and persistent pain.
Whether you are suffering from neck pain, back pain, sports injuries, muscle tightness, or tension headaches, medical acupuncture may help relieve symptoms and improve function naturally.
Why Choose The Hanham Clinic for Medical Acupuncture in Bristol?
- Experienced Bristol chiropractors trained in medical acupuncture
- Evidence-based treatment approach
- Integrated with chiropractic care and rehabilitation
- Tailored treatment plans based on your diagnosis
- Convenient Bristol clinic with free nearby parking
- Trusted by patients across Hanham, Bristol & surrounding areas
What Is Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling?
Medical acupuncture, often referred to as dry needling, is a modern Western medical treatment that involves inserting fine sterile needles into specific muscles and soft tissues. Unlike traditional Chinese acupuncture, medical acupuncture is based on contemporary understanding of anatomy, neurophysiology, biomechanics, and pain science.
Dry needling is frequently used in musculoskeletal healthcare to help reduce muscular tension, improve circulation, stimulate the nervous system, and encourage normal muscle function. Treatment is often aimed at trigger points — sensitive areas within tight muscle bands that can contribute to localised pain or referred symptoms elsewhere in the body.
At The Hanham Clinic, dry needling is not viewed as a standalone therapy. Instead, it forms part of a wider clinical approach that may include chiropractic adjustments, rehabilitation exercises, movement advice, postural assessment, and soft tissue therapy depending on the patient’s condition and goals.
What Happens During a Dry Needling Appointment?
Your first appointment at The Hanham Clinic will involve a comprehensive consultation and physical examination. We take time to understand your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle factors, movement patterns, and previous injuries before recommending treatment.
If dry needling is suitable for you, your chiropractor will explain the procedure fully and answer any questions before treatment starts. Fine single-use sterile needles are then inserted into carefully selected muscles or trigger points. Some patients experience a brief twitch response or mild aching sensation as the muscle reacts, which is a normal response during treatment.
The number of needles used and the treatment duration will depend on the area being treated and the nature of the condition. Dry needling is often combined with other therapies during the same appointment to help achieve the best possible outcome.
Following treatment, some patients experience temporary soreness similar to post-exercise muscle ache, although this usually settles quickly.
Dry Needling and Chiropractic Care
At The Hanham Clinic, we frequently combine dry needling with chiropractic treatment because muscular and joint dysfunction often occur together. Restricted joints can place additional strain on muscles, while tight muscles can limit movement and contribute to poor biomechanics.
By addressing both muscular tension and joint mobility, we aim to provide more comprehensive treatment for musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This integrated approach may help improve movement quality, reduce discomfort more effectively, and support longer-term recovery.
Our goal is not simply short-term pain relief, but helping patients improve function, mobility, and overall physical health.
Book Medical Acupuncture & Dry Needling in Bristol
If you are looking for professional dry needling and medical acupuncture treatment in Bristol, The Hanham Clinic can help.
Whether you are dealing with persistent muscle tension, sports injuries, neck pain, back pain, or ongoing mobility problems, our experienced chiropractors will assess your condition and recommend the most appropriate treatment approach for your needs.
Contact The Hanham Clinic today to arrange your consultation and start your recovery journey.
Contact The Hanham Clinic
Call us on: 07946 426514 or Email us: info@hanhamclinic.co.uk
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Send Us A Message
From Hanham High Street, turn onto Whittucks Road (at the Blue Bowl pub). Continue for around 300yds, passing Hanham GP Surgery (on your left). Roman Way and Rogers Court are the next two left hand turnings after Hanham Surgery and either of these provide free parking, subject to availability.
Hanham Hall is the large white Grade II listing building that you will see immediately as you approach Roman Way, that is just slightly set back from the main road.
Our Address is: The Hanham Clinic, Units 1A & 1B Hanham Hall, Whittucks Road, Hanham Bristol, BS15 3FR
The Hanham Clinic (in Bristol) is located within Hanham Hall, on Whittucks Road. Access to our clinic is from the far side of the building (on the opposite side to the Nursery), so you will need to walk around the outside of the building to gain access from the double doors overlooking the lawn.
You can call us on: 07946 426514 or email: info@hanhamclinic.co.uk
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