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DN-Lower: Dry Needling Lower Body

Hands-On Seminars

Objectives

Present the evidence of the pathophysiology for the myofascial trigger point phenomenon
Present methods of diagnosis and differential diagnosis of myofascial trigger point syndrome of the Lumbar Spine and Lower Extremities
Discuss Physiological principles of dry needling, dry needling methods and models
Learn and apply Clean Needle Method and creation of a Clean Field, Safety Precautions, Indications, Contra-Indications, Infection Control, Handling of Emergencies.
Present, demonstrate and practice Dry Needling treatment methods for myofascial trigger points of the Lower Extremities and the Lumbar Spine.

Target Audience

Appropriate for PTs, MDs, DOs, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Acupuncturists and other healthcare providers whose license permits practice of Dry Needling.

Confirmation Notes

Lab Attire:
Appropriate Lab Attire to Expose the Trunk, Upper & Lower Extremities is Required. Bring a pillow and an exercise mat if you like.
Pregnancy Policy:
Due to potential risks during the lab sessions of this course, you may not participate if you are pregnant. If you know that you have become pregnant by the starting date of the course, we will transfer your registration to a later date. All other cancellation policies remain in effect
Requested CEUs: 16 (ask us for specific CEUs for your state)

Agenda

Day 1: 08:30 – 10:00 – Definitions, Pathophysiology of the MyoFascial Trigger Point Phenomenon & Dry Needling Physiological Principles 10:00 – 11:15 – History, Theory of Dry Needling & Research Studies 11:15 – 12:00 – Safety Precautions, Contraindications & Clean Needle Method 12:00 – 13:00 – Lunch Break 13:00 – 13:30 – Diagnosis & Differential Diagnosis of Knee Pathology (Theory – Demonstration – Lab) 13:30 – 15:00 – Anatomy, Localization & Dry Needling Techniques of Selected Muscles of the Knee & Thigh area (Theory – Demonstration – Lab) 15:00 – 15:30 – Diagnosis & Differential Diagnosis of Lower Leg and Foot Pathology (Theory – Demonstration – Lab) 15:30 – 17:15 – Anatomy, Localization & Dry Needling Techniques of Selected Muscles of the Lower Leg and the Foot (Theory – Demonstration – Lab) 17:15 – 17:30 – Questions & Answers – Clinical Discussion Day 2: 08:30 – 09:30 – Diagnosis & Differential Diagnosis of Hip & Gluteal Region Pathology (Theory – Demonstration – Lab) 09:30 – 11:00 – Anatomy, Localization & Dry Needling Techniques of Selected Muscles of the Hip and Gluteal Region (Theory – Demonstration – Lab) 11:00 – 12:00 – Diagnosis & Differential Diagnosis of Lumbar Spine Pathology (Theory – Demonstration – Lab) 12:00 – 13:00 – Lunch Break 13:00 – 14:30 – Anatomy, Localization & Dry Needling Techniques of Selected Muscles of the Lumbar Spine (Theory – Demonstration – Lab) 14:30 – 16:00 – Review and Dry Needling Practice of all muscles covered at this course 16:00 – 17:00 – Dry Needling Practical Examination 17:00 – 17:15 – Clinical correlations & Creation of Treatment Protocols 17:15 – 17:30 – Questions – Answers – Clinical Discussion

Description

This seminar teaches the fundamentals of dry needling. Physiological principles of dry needling, dry needling methods and models are been discussed and demonstrated, Clean Needle Method and creation of a Clean Field, Precautions, Indications, Contra-Indications, Infection Control, Handling of Emergencies will be covered.
Selected muscles of the hip, knee and foot along with muscles of the Lumbar area will be needled safely and effectively. Differential diagnosis and muscle selection is a very important component of this course.
Small groups for individual attention is paramount for this course. Learn, practice and apply Dry Needling with total confidence!
Major cause of somatic, somatovisceral and somatoemotional dysfunction can be presence of Myofascial Trigger Points (MTrPs). MTrPs are also a leading cause of misdiagnosis amongst Physical Therapists who treat musculoskeletal problems. Effective Manual Physical Therapists must be experts in the evaluation and treatment of soft tissue dysfunction, which includes the utilization of Dry Needling Technique.
This course reviews the evidence of the pathophysiology of myofascial pain; teaches effective treatments of muscles of the lower body with the use of Dry Needling and explores assessment methods with emphasis to diagnosis and differential diagnosis, which leads to proper muscle selection.
The history, theory and research of Dry Needling will be reviewed. Emphasis is given on safety precautions along with extensive anatomy review of the selected structures to be needled.
Participants have the opportunity to practice effective and efficient MTrP Dry Needling treatment methods for the Lumbar Spine and the Lower Extremities.
A small group principle for individual attention is very important component of the course. Build now the confidence in treatment you always wanted!

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