Learn Dry Needling (SFDN1) in San Antonio, TX on Dec 12th, 2025
In San Antonio, TX, on December 12-14, 2025, you can learn dry needling with our Foundations in Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehab and Sport Performance (SFDN1) course. In this 27-hour lab-based course, clinicians will learn a diagnosis-focused approach to dry needling. They will acquire fundamental skills essential for safe and proper needle insertion and removal, and learn effective strategies to address commonly encountered pathologies in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation.
Current science and research will be presented by our world-class instructors, along with extensive clinical experience and insights, enabling the immediate application of dry needling in the clinicians’ practice. Safety considerations will be emphasized. The use of intramuscular electrical stimulation will also be discussed, demonstrated, and practiced in class.
This comprehensive course provides the participant with essential knowledge, safety protocols, and clinical skills in order to implement dry needling immediately into practice. Our approach prepares the clinician to treat a variety of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions throughout the entire body, including both upper and lower extremity pathologies, as well as the cervical and lumbar spine.
While clinicians are equipped with the training to dry needle immediately after completing Foundations in Dry Needling course, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with your state practice act, as each state has different requirements for minimum training hours (didactic versus hands-on training) in order to legally practice dry needling.
To view the complete course details including required readings, visit the full Course Description page.
December 12 @ 8:00 am – December 14 @ 3:30 pm Central
Nearby Hotel(s)
| Hotel Name | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Inn & Suites San Antonio Northwest/Medical Center | 11426 I-10, San Antonio, TX 78230 | +12106978900 | Visit Website |
| Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Antonio Medical | 11010 I-10, San Antonio, TX 78230 | +12105619058 | Visit Website |
Nearby Airport(s)
| Airport Name | Address | Phone | Website | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio International Airport | 9800 Airport Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78216 | (210) 207-3433 | Visit Website | - |
What you will learn in this Dry Needling course
- Fundamental skills necessary for safe and proper needle insertion and removal
- Effective strategies for therapeutic pain management for commonly encountered pathologies in orthopedic and sport rehabilitation
- Safe needling techniques per the CDC and/or OSHA based on specific case studies
- Use of intramuscular electrical stimulation will also be discussed, demonstrated, and practiced
- Treatment for the hip flexor, shoulder impingement, hyperextension, and more
- Current science, research, and clinical experience will be presented allowing for immediate application of dry needling into the clinicians’ professional practice
Frequently Asked Questions
Course prerequisites
1) To take our Foundations in Dry Needling course, a professional education and license that allows you to perform dry needling as a healthcare professional is required.
2) Completing all required reading prior to the first day of the course is also needed.
See the complete course description for full details.
Required supplies you need to bring
1) An Anatomy Reference – Preferred references below, however any anatomy reference will be acceptable.
– Trail Guide to the Body 5th Edition or later. Get on Amazon.
– Palpation Techniques: Surface Anatomy for Physical Therapists
2) Any portable Electrical Stimulation (e-stim) machine with alligator clips, SFE recommends these units and supplies.
– https://www.lhasaoms.com/ito-es-130
– https://www.lhasaoms.com/ito-es-160
– https://www.lhasaoms.com/e-stim-ii
– https://www.lhasaoms.com/e-stim-3
– https://www.lhasaoms.com/pointer-excel-ii-lt-stimulator
3) If you have a latex allergy, it is recommended for you to bring your own gloves for use during lab.
Recommended Supplies
Please be sure to wear comfortable clothing, such as a loose shirt or tank top, for lab based activities.
CEU Information
We are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals meet their Continuing Education Unit requirements. CEUs can vary by profession and state, to view these details visit our CEU page.
How does Structure & Function Education’s dry needling method differ from others?
Structure & Function Education’s Dry Needling program follows a Pentamodal Method, resulting in a comprehensive approach to Dry Needling. Our practice is holistic and patient centered. Therefore, we feel as though our dry needling interventions should also be holistic and patient centered. We believe Pain Generators can come from several structures in the body, and at times, there may be no identifiable pain generator at all. Having the understanding, knowledge and ability to alter our intervention based on the patient is vital to our dry needling practice. Our Pentamodal Method allows the clinician to decide which area needs to be addressed based on examination findings. To hear how clinicians like you have described their experience in our Foundations course, view our testimonials below.
About Our Dry Needling Courses
“What can a Dry Needling Course do for my practice?” Dry needling involves the insertion of fine filament needles into the body, specifically targeting neuromuscular tissue. Research is still exploring how dry needling functions in both acute and chronic situations. Traditional acupuncture is based on Eastern philosophy, whereas dry needling is grounded in Western medicine. Clinical examples of dry needling applications include simple muscle tightness, strains and sprains, recovery for an overworked body, muscle activation, swelling reduction, and pain modulation. Our courses aim to empower practitioners—especially those working with orthopedic conditions—to deliver the most effective treatments to their patients.
General Daily Schedule
- Friday: 8am – 6:30pm
- Saturday: 8am – 6:30pm
- Sunday: 8am – 3:30pm
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Testimonials
Course Dates: December 12 – 14, 2025
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation and Attendance Policy: Prior to 30 days from the registered course, a participant may receive a refund of the full tuition minus 20% for administrative fees. Prior to 30 days from the registered course, a participant may transfer their tuition to another scheduled course with no extra fees applied. If less than 30 days to a registered course, the participant will not be eligible for a refund, but can transfer funds to another scheduled course for no additional fees. Structure & Function reserves the right to cancel any course, although every effort will be made to not allow that to happen. If a course is cancelled, the participant will be entitled to a full refund or be allowed to transfer the funds to another scheduled course. Structure & Function will not be financially responsible for any airfare, hotel or any other personal travel expenses if a course is cancelled.
Prior to registering for a course, make sure you are able to attend the entire weekend. Once you have purchased a course registration, you are required to attend the entire weekend. Exceptions to this rule will not be allowed. See the cancellation and attendance policy for more details.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy: Prior to 30 days from the registered course, a participant may receive a refund of the full tuition minus 20% for administrative fees. Prior to 30 days from the registered course, a participant may transfer their tuition to another scheduled course with no extra fees applied. If less than 30 days to a registered course, the participant will not be eligible for a refund, but can transfer funds to another scheduled course for no additional fees. Structure & Function reserves the right to cancel any course, although every effort will be made to not allow that to happen. If a course is cancelled, the participant will be entitled to a full refund or be allowed to transfer the funds to another scheduled course. Structure & Function will not be financially responsible for any airfare, hotel or any other personal travel expenses if a course is cancelled.