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Dry needling  2022 -2023 

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.


 Sports Therapy Clinic IISSM, Ardlynn, Mountrice, Monasterevin, Co KIldare W34DHO4                                                                            
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