Trigger Point Dry Needling: A Foundation Course

Elevate your dry needling practice or embark on a new learning journey with our comprehensive foundation course in trigger point dry needling, led by expert instructor Paul Townley, PT. This online course is tailored to suit both students new to dry needling and experienced practitioners eager to learn new techniques and stay up-to-date with best practices.

The course material covers a wide array of essential topics, including:
  • Introduction to Trigger Points
  • Finding Trigger Points
  • Myofascial Release
  • Evidence Overview
  • Taking a Case History
  • Differential Diagnosis
  • Contraindications
  • Needling Safety
  • Introductory Needling Techniques
  • Step-by-Step Video Tutorials for All Main Muscle Groups
By the end of the course, you'll have a solid foundation in trigger point therapy dry needling under the guidance of an industry expert. 

About Your Course Instructor: Paul Townley PT 

Paul Townley holds a Masters Degree (MSc) in Neuromusculoskeletal medicine and is a member of the Manipulative Association of Chartered Physiotherapists and the International Federation of Manipulative Therapy. With a career spanning over two decades, Paul has worked with elite athletes and provided specialist physiotherapy services and consultancy to the military.

What's included?
  • Fully illustrated 180 page course text
  • 5 hours of expertly produced video classes
  • Online exam and certificate of completion
  • Lifetime Access

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:

  1. Define a trigger point.
  2. Define the two different types of trigger points.
  3. List some of the different causes of trigger points.
  4. List the body structures that must be considered when dry needling.
  5. State the two most common methods of dry needling.
  6. List the risks of dry needling.

Price: $179.95

Contact Hours: 18

Course Author

Niel Asher Education

Niel Asher Education is an accredited provider of CE and CPD courses and micro-learning products for rehabilitation professionals. We are passionate about serving those in our community who, like ourselves, view their career as a daily journey of learning and self improvement. We are also passionate advocates for integrative medicine and a wider acceptance of safe, established but less-conventional, treatment modalities. Our mission is to provide affordable, first class education, backed up with 5-star support.

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