The UNM Myofascial Institute: Trigger Point Injections (TPI)

The UNM Myofascial Institute: Trigger Point Injections (TPI) is organized by UNM School of Medicine, Continuing Medical Education & Professional Development (CME/CPD) and will be held from Feb 21 - 22, 2019 at UNM Continuing Education, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America.

The target audience for this medical event is those who can perform TPI/have the injection privilege and to train clinicians to be able to independently practice advanced TPI or manual therapy. These courses are intended for acupuncturists, chiropractors, doctors of oriental medicine, massage therapists, myofascial therapists, nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, physical therapists and physicians. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 16.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

Course Description:
The UNM Myofascial Institute will provide a two-day intensive, hands-on training in techniques to address myofascial pain syndrome, a common chronic pain diagnosis. Participants will be expected to review materials in advance of the course, and be prepared to practice skills on each other during the course. The TPI courses are designed for those who can perform TPI/have the injection privilege and to train clinicians to be able to independently practice advanced TPI.

Course Objectives:
At the conclusion of this conference, the participant should be able to:
• Identify common and subtle myofascial pain syndromes in the clinical setting.
• Perform basic and advanced release techniques for patients with myofascial pain syndrome.
• Enumerate techniques to maximize patient safety.

Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.