Dry Needling

Begin Your Journey to Certification with Dry Needling 1: Foundations I Embark on becoming a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT) through Myopain Seminars, starting with the DN-1 Foundations I course. This introductory module offers a comprehensive overview of dry needling, covering its historical background, the science of trigger points and myofascial pain, a thorough examination of potential risks, and adherence to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards specific to dry needling practices.

Second of three courses required to receive certification with Myopain Seminars Dry Needling Program as a CMTPT. The DN-2 Foundations II course builds on the knowledge and skills of the DN-1 course. Students will be introduced to the clinical aspects of myofascial pain, peripheral and central sensitization...

The final course of three required to receive certification with Myopain Seminars Dry Needling Program - CMTPT/DN. The final practical and theoretical examinations will be administered on day 3.

The Fu Subcutaneous Needling - American Version Course (FSN) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to fascial needling by areas of the body utilizing ROM assessment, treatment skills, and techniques specific to the field of myofascial pain and muscle dysfunction.

An advanced DN course. Formerly Called - Mastery & Update of Dry Needling, this course addresses questions clinicians may have after completing the CMTPT Certification and using DN skills in their practice for a while. This course also meets the recertification requirements.

The Scientific Basis. This webinar features the same videos as in the Dry Needling 1: Foundations I course. This course is open to all DN and MTT students.

The Scientific Basis. This webinar features the same videos as in the Dry Needling 2: Foundations II course. This course is open to all DN and MTT students.

The Scientific Basis. Unlike DN1 & DN2 Webinars, DN3 Webinar is not pre-course material for the Dry Needling 3: Advanced course. This webinar is pre-course material for the Mastery and Update course and can provide 4 hours towards DN theoretical hours for Maryland.

An advanced DN course that introduces the concepts of trigger point dry needling as it relates to the muscles of the pelvis and perineum.

Required for the Upper Quadrant DN Certification. A brief introduction to the history of dry needling, trigger points, and myofascial pain, the OSHA Blood Borne Pathogen Standards within the context of dry needling, and an introduction to relevant pain sciences. This course was previously known as OT/CHT DN.

Required for Upper Quadrant Dry Needling Certification. The Upper Quadrant Dry Needling 2 course features lectures on the scientific basis and etiology of myofascial pain and peripheral and central sensitization. This course used to be known as the OT/CH DN-2 course.

The course will combine an in-depth review of challenging dry needling techniques combined with detailed clinical anatomical and dissection studies presented in the context of dry needling. We will challenge common belief systems about anatomy, explore the relationship between muscles and fascia in different areas of the body, and consider the clinical implications of these anatomical relationships.

The ODN course program is currently being redesigned. The new course is expected to be available in the Spring of 2026.

Second of two courses required for CMTPT/ODN. This program will be available in the Spring of 2026.

Monthly practice DN sessions (Not a course - NO CEU's earned)

First of three courses required to receive certification with Myopain Seminars in Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling. This course offers a comprehensive overview of dry needling, covering its historical background, the science of trigger points and myofascial pain, a thorough examination of potential risks, and adherence to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards specific to dry needling practices.

State-of-the-Art 2021 - The Scientific Basis (most recent update). In this online review, Jan Dommerholt explores the most pertinent literature on myofascial pain and dry needling.

Second of three courses required to receive certification with Myopain Seminars in Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling.

Third of three courses required to receive certification with Myopain Seminars in Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling.

The live Intramuscular Electrical Stimulation (IMES) course is a practical, hands-on course designed for clinicians who already completed the online IMES course. During the course, students will review and practice recommended treatment approaches using IMES for patients with neck, back, arm (epicondylalgia), hand, low back, pelvic, hip, and leg pain and dysfunction, and for muscle strengthening and motor recovery.