Duration: 2-Day Course


Skill level: Intermediate/Advanced 14 CPD hours


Who this course is for:


Participants who have completed IMM Dry Needling/Medical Acupuncture Course Level 1


Clinical Massage/Sports Massage Therapists


Sports Therapists


Chiropractors/Students of Chiropractic


Kinesiologists/Students of Kinesiology


Physiotherapists/Students of Physiotherapy


Podiatrists/Students of Podiatry


Osteopaths/Students of Osteopathy


If your profession is not listed here, please contact us to discuss.


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Content Delivery Method


Students are presented with the theory, procedure and application of two main components: Advanced Myofascial dry needling and the application of electrotherapy.


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For the dry needling component, topics covered are review of key concepts from online learning level 1 including safe needling practice, different types of points, point location, needling technique and application, indications and contraindications of needling treatment.




The Electro-therapy component consists of introduction to the theory, procedure, application, indications and contraindications of electrotherapy treatment.


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The course material is delivered by a 112-page manual and accompanied with lectures, demonstrations and student handouts.


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COURSE OUTLINE - DAY 1


Theory component


Review basic concepts covered in Online Learning Level 1 and question time


Safety guidelines for needling


Introduction to Electrotherapy


Treatment protocols for TMJ, cervical, head and facial needling


Treatment protocols for anterior chest, sternum and ribs


Practical component


Superficial Dry Needling Techniques


Needling techniques to massater, Ptreygoids, TMJ, temporalis, procureus and frontalis


Needling techniques for the cervical spine (Sub-Occipitals, cervical erector spinae, multifdus


Needling techniques for the anterior neck (SCM, scalenes)


Needling techniques for the anterior chest (pectoralis major/minor), anterior deltoid and the delto-pectoral groove, serratus anterior, sternalis, ribs)




COURSE OUTLINE - DAY 2


Prerequisite: Completion of Day 1 Theory component:


Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for the upper limb and anterior chest


Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for the neck, cervical spine, and headaches


Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for the Thoracic spine, lumbar spine and abdominal region


Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for hip and gluteal region


Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for knee, ankle and foot pain


Practical component


Needling techniques for the above mentioned


Review of all areas covered in the series of case history


Participants will be able to apply techniques they have learnt on the course immediately in their clinical situations





By the end of the course you will have gained the following:


Knowledge


Understand the mechanism, procedure and application of myofascial dry needling and electrotherapy


Understand the importance of safety procedures


Understand the importance of infection control


Understand the skin penetration act


Identify indications and contraindications to needling and electrotherapy


Comprehend the different kinds of points and methods of selecting them


Skills


Identify and select a variety of point locations


Prepare the patient for needling including correct position and swabbing


Apply correct needling insertion and manipulation methods including insertion depth, angle, and retention time


Perform and understand the correct application and indications for electrotherapy





Notes:


During the practical class, participants are expected to administer and receive needling.


If you are pregnant and would like to discuss if you are able to attend, please contactct us.


Participants are required to complete the 2-day workshop for attainment of CPD Certificate.


After completion of Integrated Manual Medicine Ltd (IMM) CPD courses. Participants can get preferential rates for bespoke insurance cover with BGI.uk insurance for their Foyht Heath & Wellbeing sector.


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