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Neurologic Dry Needling for Cranio-Cervical Pain & Dysfunction (Live Course)

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Description

Neurologic Dry Needling for Cranio-Cervical Pain & Dysfunction is an advanced level training program designed for clinicians that have prior dry needling training and clinical experience.  This course will develop the knowledge and clinical skills required to safely and effectively diagnose and treat painful neuromuscular conditions in the cranial, facial and cervical regions.  Details of the musculoskeletal and neuroanatomical relationships, both peripheral and central, that exist between the regions will be discussed.  The role of inflammation (neurogenic) in the production of pain and dysfunction is described. Peri-neural needling techniques for both peripheral and cranial nerves is explained and demonstrated.  This course focuses on improving clinical decision-making and treatment outcomes in this challenging patient population.  Complex clinical conditions such as concussions, migraines, TMD, otological symptoms and cervicogenic dizziness are discussed and treatment plans are presented. 

[Prerequisite-prior DN training/experience is required. Your training can be with a different continuing education provider, you do not need to be trained specifically by  IDN]

Purpose

The purpose of the Neurologic Dry Needling for Cranio-Cervical Pain & Dysfunction course is to obtain knowledge and clinical skills necessary to diagnose and treat cranial and cervical soft tissue pain and dysfunction.

Content

The Integrative Dry Needling Specialty Course: Neurologic Dry Needling for Cranio-Cervical Pain and Dysfunction covers:

  • Dry needling techniques- (80% of the needling technique is virtually pain-free)
  • Detailed, tried and tested needling safety techniques and contraindications for dry needling therapy to avoid human error in clinical practice.
  • Adaptable dry needling system that easily adapts to clinical practice and to the specific needs of each patient.
  • Neuro- trigger point concept (physiological and biomechanical approach).
  • Clinical scenarios of common clinical diagnoses are discussed and dry needling treatment techniques demonstrated and practiced.
AGENDA

8:00 – 9:00

1.00

Introduction of the systems: Physiological mechanisms of neurologic dry needling, including neurogenic inflammation; peripheral and central mechanisms; Review of safety procedures, Adverse reactions, OSHA guidelines.

 9:00-9:15

 

Break

9:15-11:00

1.75

Needling Technique Lab: Trigeminal and Greater Auricular nerve distributions: Effect on Migraine and Cervicogenic pain and dysfunction

11:00-12:30

1.5

Needling Technique Lab: Temporomandibular Joint: Lateral and Medial Pterygoids, Masseter, Temporalis, Suprahyoids.

12:30-1:30

 

Lunch break

1:30–3:30

2.0

Needling Technique Lab: Posterior cervical spine including suboccipital region; Greater Occipital and Lesser Occipital Nerves and their effect on cranial pain

3:30-5:30

2.0

Needling Technique Lab: Anterior Cervical Plexus (Transverse/Supraclavicular Nerves), Spinal Accessory Nerve (UT/SCM) and their influence on Cervico-Cranial pain referral.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  1. Integrate the physiological mechanisms of dry needling when developing a treatment plan for a given craniocervical condition.
  2. Independently identify a minimum of three peripheral cranio-cervical neuro-trigger points in a given case study.
  3. Independently identify and deliver dry needling to each of the three types of craniocervical neuro-trigger points (homeostatic, paravertebral and symptomatic) in a given case study.
  4. Discuss and demonstrate the prevention and management of adverse responses to craniocervical dry needling based on OSHA requirements with 100% accuracy during case study.
  5. By the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to correctly defend the IDN system for treatment of neuromusculoskeletal pain based on the unique neurology and physiology of neuro-trigger points.
  6. Independently integrate the IDN system into the participant’s clinical practice based on the current clinical guidelines.
Prerequisite

Prior DN training/experience is required. Your training can be with a different continuing education provider, you do not need to be trained specifically by  IDN.

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Student Testimonials

Well organized course for dry needling. Best dry needling course I have taken so far. The knowledge base supports understanding of treatment process.

Best dry needling course I have taken TAEYONG KIM, PT

I've really enjoyed all the IDN courses. The Cranio- Cervical course will be very useful to help the patient population I see in private practice.

Really enjoyed the IDN courses RYAN RABORN, PT

Frank makes the course and practical lab materials very comfortable and easy to practice/perform. The hands-on aspect is exceptional!

Hands on aspect is exceptional CHRIS SMOLKO, PT

I have taken training on many medical topics at some of the finest medical institutions, including Johns Hopkins, Mayo and others. Dr. Frank Gargano is the best instructor I've ever had.

Best instructor I've ever had DR. RICHARD LOECHINGER, DC

Course was very clear and direct. All course materials were well presented with very good illustrations. Lots of research articles to go with the lecture. Learned a practical application to enforce proper technique.

Lots of research articles DAVID MALLGRAVE, PT

The comprehensiveness and depth of the IDN courses is unmatched. Being able to walk into the clinic and having the knowledge and skills to treat patients is the best part.

IDN course is unmatched JOHN GRIFFITH, PT

Frank provided great clinical examples to help develop a deeper understanding of application. The practical application and getting greater understanding of the muscles of mastication and how they impact other body parts was very helpful.

Clinical examples to help develop a deeper understanding JENNIFER BRADLEY, PT

LEARNING ACTIVITIES

The structure of this 9.5-hour intensive practical classroom program addresses theory and key principles with extensive supervised participant practice

  • A pre-reading packet

    Sent out one month prior to the course to orient participants on the foundational contents and concepts that will be presented.

  • Keynote presentations

    Multiple Keynote presentations with video support will begin each new section.

  • 3D video technology

    Use of 3D anatomy technology to improve the participants understanding and appreciation for the neurology and anatomical structures.

  • Instructor demonstration

    Interactive instructor demonstrations of the techniques is enhanced with video technology - always providing you the best seat in the house!

  • Interactive Lab Demonstrations

    Interactive lab sessions allow participants to practice and discuss the techniques and with each other and with the instructor.

  • Post-course multiple choice assessment

    Participants are required to complete a post-course multiple choice assessment based on a case study to demonstrate understanding of the key objectives.

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