Medical Acupuncture Level 2

Duration: 2-Day Course
Skill level: Intermediate/Advanced 14 CPD hours
Who this course is for:
Participants who have completed IMM Dry Needling/Medical Acupuncture Course Level 1
Clinical Massage/Sports Massage Therapists
Sports Therapists
Chiropractors/Students of Chiropractic
Kinesiologists/Students of Kinesiology
Physiotherapists/Students of Physiotherapy
Podiatrists/Students of Podiatry
Osteopaths/Students of Osteopathy
If your profession is not listed here, please contact us to discuss.
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Content Delivery Method
Students are presented with the theory, procedure and application of two main components: Advanced Myofascial dry needling and the application of electrotherapy.
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For the dry needling component, topics covered are review of key concepts from online learning level 1 including safe needling practice, different types of points, point location, needling technique and application, indications and contraindications of needling treatment.
The Electro-therapy component consists of introduction to the theory, procedure, application, indications and contraindications of electrotherapy treatment.
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The course material is delivered by a 112-page manual and accompanied with lectures, demonstrations and student handouts.
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COURSE OUTLINE - DAY 1
Theory component
Review basic concepts covered in Online Learning Level 1 and question time
Safety guidelines for needling
Introduction to Electrotherapy
Treatment protocols for TMJ, cervical, head and facial needling
Treatment protocols for anterior chest, sternum and ribs
Practical component
Superficial Dry Needling Techniques
Needling techniques to massater, Ptreygoids, TMJ, temporalis, procureus and frontalis
Needling techniques for the cervical spine (Sub-Occipitals, cervical erector spinae, multifdus
Needling techniques for the anterior neck (SCM, scalenes)
Needling techniques for the anterior chest (pectoralis major/minor), anterior deltoid and the delto-pectoral groove, serratus anterior, sternalis, ribs)
COURSE OUTLINE - DAY 2
Prerequisite: Completion of Day 1 Theory component:
Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for the upper limb and anterior chest
Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for the neck, cervical spine, and headaches
Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for the Thoracic spine, lumbar spine and abdominal region
Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for hip and gluteal region
Treatment protocols for common clinical presentations for knee, ankle and foot pain
Practical component
Needling techniques for the above mentioned
Review of all areas covered in the series of case history
Participants will be able to apply techniques they have learnt on the course immediately in their clinical situations
By the end of the course you will have gained the following:
Knowledge
Understand the mechanism, procedure and application of myofascial dry needling and electrotherapy
Understand the importance of safety procedures
Understand the importance of infection control
Understand the skin penetration act
Identify indications and contraindications to needling and electrotherapy
Comprehend the different kinds of points and methods of selecting them
Skills
Identify and select a variety of point locations
Prepare the patient for needling including correct position and swabbing
Apply correct needling insertion and manipulation methods including insertion depth, angle, and retention time
Perform and understand the correct application and indications for electrotherapy
Notes:
During the practical class, participants are expected to administer and receive needling.
If you are pregnant and would like to discuss if you are able to attend, please contactct us.
Participants are required to complete the 2-day workshop for attainment of CPD Certificate.
After completion of Integrated Manual Medicine Ltd (IMM) CPD courses. Participants can get preferential rates for bespoke insurance cover with BGI.uk insurance for their Foyht Heath & Wellbeing sector.
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