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Course Overview
This program focuses on real clinical scenarios rather than theoretical instruction alone.
Participants learn when, why, and how to apply dry needling techniques in patient care while
developing strong clinical reasoning skills.

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Why This Course Is Different
The clinical focus means participants do not simply follow demonstrations. Instead they apply
techniques guided by clinical reasoning and supervised practice with expert tutor feedback.

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Practical Applications of Dry Needling

• Desensitisation reducing nociceptive stimulation
• Mechanical effects loosening collagen within myofascial trigger points
• Tendon desensitisation in tendon pathologies
• Periosteal desensitisation in conditions such as knee osteoarthritis
• Scar tissue remodeling
• Adjunct therapy for chronic pain management

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Learning Objectives

• Understand the clinical principles of dry needling
• Identify indications and contraindications
• Apply dry needling for pain modulation and tissue remodeling
• Treat myofascial trigger points effectively
• Integrate needling into comprehensive treatment plans
• Apply techniques safely across multiple anatomical regions
• Manage potential side effects and complications

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Areas Covered in the Course

• Upper limb
• Lower limb
• Neck
• Back
• Head and face
• Hand
• Foot

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Who Should Attend

• Physiotherapists

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Certification

• Practical assessment
• Multiple choice knowledge test
• Certification as Certified Dry Needling Practitioner PrimePhysio Training UK

Learning  Objectives