OVERVIEW

Trigger Point Dry Needling - IMS is organized by Niel Asher Education.

Description:
Foundation in Dry Needling

Build a structured, safety-focused foundation in trigger point dry needling for musculoskeletal and rehabilitation practice.

Presented by neuromusculoskeletal physiotherapist Paul Townley, this comprehensive online course combines trigger point theory, assessment, palpation, clinical reasoning and needling safety with detailed practical instruction across the major muscle groups. It is intended for qualified professionals where dry needling falls within their legal and professional scope of practice.

What you will learn
Develop a safer and more clinically informed approach to dry needling.

Understand the clinical relevance of myofascial trigger points, referred pain and associated movement dysfunction.
Use case history, observation, palpation and clinical reasoning to assess whether dry needling may be appropriate.
Identify important contraindications, precautions and risk factors before considering treatment.
Develop foundational needle-handling, positioning and introductory needling skills.
Follow detailed practical instruction for locating and approaching commonly treated muscle groups.
Place dry needling within a wider musculoskeletal assessment, rehabilitation and treatment-planning process.

Course content
From clinical foundations to practical application.

Course area 01
Trigger Point Foundations

Explore the development and behaviour of myofascial trigger points, their potential relationship with pain and movement dysfunction, and the clinical principles that underpin trigger point dry needling.

Course area 02
Assessment and Palpation

Develop a structured approach to case history, physical assessment and palpation. Learn how tissue response, symptom behaviour and clinical findings contribute to responsible patient selection and treatment planning.

Course area 03
Safety and Contraindications

Examine essential precautions, contraindications, anatomical risks, hygiene considerations and professional responsibilities associated with dry needling practice.

Course area 04
Clinical Reasoning and Technique

Connect assessment findings with appropriate clinical decisions. Learn foundational handling, positioning and introductory needling approaches while maintaining a clear emphasis on safety and informed professional judgement.

Course area 05
Practical Muscle Tutorials

Follow step-by-step video demonstrations covering the major muscle groups. Tutorials reinforce anatomy, palpation, positioning, needle direction, depth awareness and relevant safety considerations.

What is included?
A comprehensive online training programme.

Approximately five hours of professionally produced video instruction
Fully illustrated 180-page course text
Step-by-step tutorials covering major muscle groups
Companion learning content and structured course reinforcement
Subtitles in English, French, German and Spanish
Online final assessment and downloadable 18-hour CE/CPD certificate
Lifetime access for flexible, self-paced online study

Suitability
For appropriately qualified professionals

Physical therapists and physiotherapists
Athletic trainers
Doctors of Chiropractic
Acupuncture and rehabilitation professionals
Other licensed clinicians where dry needling is within scope

ACCREDITATION & CREDITS

18 CE Hours

18 CEU/CPD

FACULTY

Paul Townley

MSc, PT, MACPPhysical Therapy

TARGET AUDIENCE

StudentsAthletic TrainersRehabilitation Professionals

SPECIALITIES

Alternative MedicinePhysical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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