
Foundations in Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehab and Sport Performance (SFDN1)
Course Description
In this 27-hour lab-based course, the clinician will learn a diagnosis-focused approach to dry needling. The clinician will learn fundamental skills necessary for safe and proper needle insertion and removal, as well as effective strategies to manage commonly encountered pathologies in orthopedic and sport rehabilitation. Safety considerations are emphasized. Current science and research will be presented, along with a vast amount of clinical experience and pearls, allowing immediate application of dry needling into the clinicians’ professional practice. The use intramuscular electrical stimulation will also be discussed, demonstrated and practiced in class.
**Attendance Policy – Prior to registering for the course, make sure you are able to attend the entire weekend. Exceptions to this rule will not be allowed. For more details, please see the cancellation and attendance policy. Register Now!
Course Details
Areas of the body to be covered in class include:
- Upper extremity
- Lower extremity
- Cervical spine (C2-C7)
- Lumbar spine (L3 and below)
- Face and Head
Upon course completion, the clinician will:
- Adhere to safe needling techniques, including universal precautions and blood borne pathogen education per the CDC and/or OSHA given a specific case study.
- Integrate surface anatomy palpation and layered anatomy application for safety considerations when inserting a dry needle into a patient given a specific case study.
- List contraindications and precautions for dry needling and intramuscular electrical stimulation application.
- Master application of dry needling techniques for common orthopedic pathologies and sport related dysfunctions given a specific case study
- Master application of intramuscular electrical stimulation for the common orthopedic pathologies and sport related dysfunctions given a specific case study.
- Given a specific case study, correctly integrate dry needling and intramuscular electrical stimulation into the overall treatment program.
- Pass a written and practical exam
Prerequisites
A professional education and license that allows you to perform dry needling as a health care professional
Professionals who may take this course include:
- Athletic Trainers
- Physical Therapists
- Chiropractors
- Medical Doctors
- Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine
- Physician Assistants
- Registered Nurses
- Nurse Practitioners
- Acupuncturists
Required Reading:
- Physiologic Effects of Dry Needling. Barbara Cagnie
- Dry needling: a lit review with implications for clinical practice. James Dunning
- Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture: The Ongoing Debate. Kehua Zhou
- Adverse Events Associated with Therapeutic Dry Needling. David Boyce
Suggested Reading:
- Stecco, L. Fascial Manipulation for Musculoskeletal Pain. Picin: Padova, IT;. 2004.
- Dung, H. Acupuncture: An Anatomical Approach. 2nd Edition. CRC Press: Boca Raton, FL; 2014.
- Trail Guide to the Body 5th Edition
- Palpation Techniques: Surface Anatomy for Physical Therapists
Required Course Supplies:
- An Anatomy Reference – Preferred references below, however any anatomy reference will be acceptable.
- Trail Guide to the Body 5th Edition
- Palpation Techniques: Surface Anatomy for Physical Therapists
- Portable TENS Unit
- If you have a latex allergy, it is recommended for you to bring your own gloves for use during lab.
You will receive an email prior to the course you register for with the following information:
- Any course specific instructions such as a location and event reminder, parking instructions, and course check-in time.
- Log-in information and instructions can be found on our online education platform
- This log in information will allow you to access the Foundations course power points, resources, course certificate, etc.
Please be sure to log in successfully to the back end of the website prior to class.
Upcoming Courses
Foundations in Dry Needling (SFDN1) in San Antonio, TX starts on July 22, 2022
San Antonio, TX on July 22nd you can learn SFDN1 - Foundations in Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehab and Sport Performance. This is a 27-hour lab course where the clinician will learn safety procedures, treatment strategies and a diagnosis-focused approach to dry needling.
Foundations in Dry Needling (SFDN1) in Columbus, OH starts on October 7, 2022
Columbus, OH on October 7th you can learn SFDN1 - Foundations in Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehab and Sport Performance. This is a 27-hour lab course where the clinician will learn safety procedures, treatment strategies and a diagnosis-focused approach to dry needling.
Course Summary
Foundations in Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehab and Sport Performance SFDN1

In this 25-hour lab-based course, the clinician will learn a diagnosis-focused approach to dry needling. The clinician will learn fundamental skills necessary for safe and proper needle insertion and removal, as well as effective strategies to manage commonly encountered pathologies in orthopedic and sport rehabilitation. Safety considerations are emphasized. Current science and research will be presented, along with a vast amount of clinical experience and pearls, allowing immediate application of dry needling into the clinicians’ professional practice. The use intramuscular electrical stimulation will also be discussed, demonstrated and practiced in class.
Course Provider: Organization
Course Provider Name: Structure & Function Education
Course Provider URL: https://structureandfunction.net/dry-needling-courses/sfdn1-foundations-in-dry-needling-for-orthopedic-rehab-and-sport-performance/
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