DRY NEEDLING COURSE:  Mike Monaghan’s osteopath is the course tutor.

Immediately acquire a new modality of treatment which can be used to effectively aid in improving a wide range of problems for your patients.It is an intensive practical course in dry needling, utilising up to date neurophysiological research
  • Insurance will be available via Balens on provision of a certificate on completion of course.
Course recognised by most major insurers.
  • Course numbers are strictly limited to allow for the necessary clinical attention and practical support.
  • It is not necessary to bring any equipment or materials for the weekend – all needles and materials will be provided.

COURSE OUTLINE:
Neurophysiology of needling.
Pain and sensitization.
Thorough review of contraindications and safety aspects and relevant anatomy.
  • Practical
  • Shoulder and neck
  • Elbow
  • Wrist
  • Spinal points and Psoas
  • Foot and ankle
  • Knee
  • Hip and pelvis.
Electroacupucture included in practical sessions.
Very comprehensive note pack supplied with research papers, detailed book content.
PURPOSE: To introduce the therapist to the theoretical and practical skills required to apply needling in a safe and effective manner. Special requirements…The Therapist will need to arrange relevant professional indemnity insurance after seminar. General aims… course introduces student to…
  • The neurophysiology of dry needling.
  • The up to date physiology of pain pathways
  • Safety and contraindications.
  • Technique and application of needling to major joints and treatment protocols.

SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOMES
  • Obtain a background in the history of acupuncture.
  • Understand the mechanics of how dry needling is effective.
  • Understand the neurological pathways that dry needling affects.
  • Understand the ways in which pain pathways become sensitised and how nerve pain can be treated.
  • Understand how the endocrine and immune systems have roles in pain modulation.
  • Be aware of the contraindications and dangers of dry needling, and be clear on what areas to avoid.
  • Revision of trigger point location and physiology.
  • The student will be able to locate and needle anatomical points in the wrist, elbow, shoulder, ankle, knee, neck and lower back.

ASSESSMENT: Continuous assessment during the weekend during practical sessions.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA: Certificate of attendance and specific supervision of point insertion.

COST OF COURSE: A deposit is required to secure place. TBC
To reserve a place contact 0872513154 or email ardlynn@yahoo.com

(Places are secured on a first come/ first served basis when deposits are received).
Registration will take place on Saturday morning from 9.30am.
DATES: TBC 
Course will run Saturday from 10am to 5.30pm.
Sunday from 9.30am until approx 4pm. Details on accommodation locally can be provided if required.