LEARN FAST-ACTING ACUPUNCTURE TECHNIQUES IN HALF A DAY
Half Day Cost Options:
With Acupuncture kit: £127 (inc VAT) (2 x boxes of needles, tray, sharps box, swabs, hand gel, screw tin)
Without kit: £95 (inc VAT) (contact our centre on 020 7388 6704 if you wish to select this option)
Duration: 1/2 Day – 1:45pm to 5pm
Optional £49 fee to upgrade to a diploma.
This Accelerated Tendon Healing course covers acupuncture techniques for fast and effective healing of ligaments and tendons. The Half day is mainly Tendon Acupuncture and the full day encompasses other techniques such as Cosmeceuticals, Gua Sha and Cupping for Tendon Healing.
: We demonstrate two specialist types of tendon release and stretching.
: We explain the main healing issues with tendons and ligaments and how to overcome them as well as the structure and function of tendons.
: We show you the secret of gaining De-Qi into your tendon treatments.
: This course will qualify you to use Tendon Acupuncture on successful completion
Full Day: The use of Traditional Gua Sha, cupping, massage and specialist tendon release techniques.
Full Day: We discuss our the use of modern cosmeceuticals in tendon healing.
Full Day: This course will qualify you to use Tendon Gua Sha and Tendon Release on successful completion
This course is completely unique, originating in clinics in Japan and further clinically developed by Chris Davies, CEO of the British Acupuncture Federation.
Assessment is by observation of students performing the therapy during the practical sessions to establish safe practice. Each student must be observed practising correct, safe, protocol in order to be deemed safe to practice and gain a full certificate. (equates to 6 hours CPD).
This Accelerated Tendon Healing course covers acupuncture techniques for fast and effective healing of ligaments and tendons.
Watch demonstrations of two specialist types of tendon release and stretching.
Understand the main healing issues with tendons and ligaments and how to overcome them as well as the structure and function of tendons.
Learn the secret of gaining De-Qi into your tendon treatments.
This course will qualify you to use Tendon Acupuncture on successful completion.
Assessment is by observation of students performing the therapy during the practical sessions to establish safe practice. Each student must be observed practising correct, safe, protocol in order to be deemed safe to practice and gain a full certificate. (equates to 6 hours CPD).
COURSE CONTENT
- Contraindications and Health and Safety
- Introduction to Tendons
- History of this protocol
- What is it?
- How does it work?
- What does it do?
- Tendon healing phases
- Injury healing stages
- Issues and applications
- Tools and instruments
- Liniments and Cosmeceuticals
- Clinical Protocol
- Locations of acupuncture points
- Knee and hamstring applications
- Practical demonstrations and student practice
- Post treatment care
- Consent forms
- Patient records
- Legal responsibilities
- Practical demonstrations
- Student practice of standard techniques and protocols
WHAT THE STUDENTS SAY
“I completed the tendon healing course taught by Chris Davies. The material was very well presented and delivered with clarity and enthusiasm. Highly recommend, for anyone trying to acquire new skills for the treatment room.”
Michael Christopherson
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
For the full benefit of this course, you will need to hold a full Acupuncture Certificate or be a student in an acupuncture course.If you do not have an Acupuncture Qualification but have a previous Lv3 and above manual therapy qualification (e.g. Sports Therapy) then this course will only qualify you for Tendon Acupuncture on extremities / limbs.
If you have a qualification in a statutory therapy (e.g. Physiotherapist, Chiropractor etc) or you are a qualified acupuncturist or medical practitioner, then this course will qualify you for Tendon Acupuncture and other modalities taught on the course, anywhere on the body.
You must hold a previous core Therapeutic Lv3 or above Diploma to attend this course.You must be 18 years or older and understand spoken and written English.You must consent to giving and receiving acupuncture therapy.
FAQ
I haven’t done any other therapy before so I’m a complete beginner, can I come on this course?
This course is only for trained those with a Lv3 or above related qualification, e.g. Acupuncturists, Physiotherapists, Sports therapists trained to Degree level and anyone medically qualified. If you fall into this category then yes you are welcome to come, if you wish to discuss your qualifications for this course, please contact us for further information.
Can I get insured for this course?
Yes, Balens insurance accept our Certificates and Diplomas. We work in close partnership with them, making sure that they accept all our qualifications. You may also be able to add this to your current insurance.
Who is it for?
This is specifically for people working with sports injuries but is also a highly useful addition to the therapy toolkit for Chiropractors, Osteopaths and other specialists.
DATE, TIME, VENUE
Date: 8 September
Time: 01.45pm to 5pm
Venue: AcuMedic Centre, 1901-105 Camden High Street, NW1 7JN, London
