Myofascial Trigger Point Needling

Course overview

Anthony Von der Muhll is an experienced acupuncturist with over 15 years of clinical experience. This class addresses essentials of myofascial trigger point (MTP) acupuncture. Anthony will review the similarities and differences between MTP and other forms of acupuncture; when and why to perform MTP acupuncture; East-West patho-anatomy and -physiology of MTPs; contraindications, cautions, safety considerations, patient education and informed consent; and trigger point assessment, needling techniques, and outcomes for MTP acupuncture. MTP acupuncture treatment of the extensors carpi radialis longus and brevis, brachioradialis and supinator to treat tennis elbow and radio-dorsal forearm and wrist pain will be used as an example.