The main difference between dry needling physiotherapy and acupuncture is that dry needling therapy is a western concept while acupuncture is a traditional Chinese methodology that is thousands of years old. The similarity between these two practices is that both use very thin, solid, filament needles. But both these practices have a distinct methodology and approach.
However, when this therapy is administered incorrectly or under unsanitary circumstances, there are substantial dangers and adverse effects that can be life-threatening. Minor side effects include bruising, bleeding, dizziness or pain, followed by the more severe ones such as vomiting, skin irritation or seizure.