ABOUT THIS COURSE
Dry Needling is a skilled intervention that uses a thin needle to penetrate the skin and stimulate underlying myofascial trigger points, muscles and connective (fascial) tissues for the management of neuromusculoskeletal pain and movement impairments.
Dry Needling is used to treat dysfunctions in skeletal muscle, fascia and connective tissue and diminish persistent peripheral nociceptive input and reduce or restore impairments of function leading to improved activity and participation.
Dry Needling may be incorporated into a treatment plan when myofascial trigger points (TrPs) are present. TrPs have been identified in numerous diagnoses. Dry Needling can treat radiculopathies, joint dysfunction, disk pathology, tendinopathies, cranio-mandibular dysfunction, headaches and migraines, tension-type headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, computer-related or repetitive strain disorders, whiplash associated injury, spinal dysfunction, pelvic pain, post-herpetic neuralgia, complex regional pain syndromes, sports injuries, nocturnal cramps and other relatively uncommon disorders.
NSC offers 2 Dry Needling CPD programmes:
Course 1 – Dry Needling Techniques for Muscular Structures (1 Day)
Course 2 – Dry Needling Techniques for Articular & Ligamentous Structures (1 Day)
Entry Requirements:
Applicants must hold a qualification in sports massage, neuromuscular therapy, physical therapy or physiotherapy.
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Course 2: Articular & Ligamentous Structures
- History of dry needling.
- Neurophysiology of dry needling.
- Articular Structures Pathophysiology.
- Contraindications & Safety.
- Dry Needling Application for Major Articular and Ligamentous Structures.
Course 1: Muscular Structures
- History of dry needling.
- Neurophysiology of dry needling.
- Muscle Trigger Points.
- Contraindications & Safety.
- Dry Needling Application for Major Muscular Structures
Course Fees
Course Fee: €225 for each CPD Award.
Each course is a 1 Day training programme (9:30am to 4:30pm).
Course fee includes registration, course materials and certification on successful completion. Special Offer: Book 2 €225 CPD courses for only €400 (save €50).
Course Dates
2024/2025 Course Dates:
- Thursday April 10th 2025 (Muscular Structures).
- Thursday May 1st 2025 (Articular & Ligamentous Structures).
Additional dates can be added for groups of 8 or more.
Qualification
CPD Award in Dry Needling Techniques for Muscular Structures (NSC)
CPD Award in Dry Needling Techniques for Articular & Ligamentous Structures (NSC)