David G Simons Academy of Switzerland Course

The course is designed for physiotherapists, MDs, ATC, DO, DC

Duration of the Course 24 hours

Course Contents

This three-day introductory course covers the foundations of Dry Needling, myofascial pain syndrome, trigger points and the clinical highlights of dry needling. It is a hands-on course. Participants practice Dry Needling of the Top 30 muscles under consistent supervision with each other.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of the course, participants will ...

Understand the basic scientific backgrounds of the myofascial pain syndrome and of trigger points.

Be able to identify the Top 30 muscles by surface anatomy, palpation, and function, including clinical symptoms and perpetuating factors relevant to each muscle.

Be able to identify the features of trigger points by physical examination and apply this knowledge to the top 30 muscles.

Understand the specific indications and contraindications of Dry Needling.

Have the ability to apply the safety rules for Dry Needling.

Be able to perform Dry Needling of the top 30 muscles, superficial and deep dry needling where appropriate

Understand the potential side effects and complications of Dry Needling and will be able to react appropriately.

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Dry Needling Introductory Top 30

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