Hello! I’ve done dry needling in the past for referred pain in my shoulder, and then again on the back of my neck near the base of my head for headaches and neck pain. It eased a lot of the soreness I had been dealing with for ages mostly due to poor posture and being at a desk everyday for far too long without breaks. I would say be careful when choosing a practitioner and ensure they’re a certified physiotherapist. After dry needling sessions I usually felt a little drained and needed a nap which is normal. You might feel slightly sore afterwards, sort of like you’re a bit bruised. I wouldn’t describe it as a comfortable experience because the needles aren’t static like with acupuncture, they sort of move them in and out so you get this mini “cramp” in the area. Luckily it’s all relatively quick so you’re not uncomfortable for too long. Personally, I was happy to continue because I was feeling a lot better by my fourth session. I haven’t had to go back in a couple of years. I was doing them weekly, but depending on how you get on, it could mean that you don’t need to go as frequently as that. Massage is also really handy if you find the right practitioner as well, it also may be a more relaxing experience in the even if it’s a sports/physio massage. Hopefully this helps. Other people may have had a different experience to mine.

I've heard of it too but haven't had it done yet. I don't know if they do it well here but I'm thinking of having it done when I go to Turkey. You can share your experience after you have it done.