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Acupuncture

Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling 1

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

3-day course

Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling 2

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

3-day course

Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling 3

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

3-day course

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Craniofacial / TMD / Headache

CRAFTA Jam Session

Focused review and practice of CRAFTA techniques limited to 10 participants

1.5-2 hours

Cranio Facial Therapy Academy - Special Topics

Students will learn the mechanisms of cranio-cervical and vestibular-ocular (dys) function of postural control.

4-day course

Cranio Facial Therapy Academy 1

The CRAFTA-1 Foundations course is divided into 3 parts: Crafta 1a, the online Module, and Crafta 1b. Your registration covers all costs. It is two sets of 4-days of in-person instruction, along with the online module. The upcoming CRAFTA 1 course is: CRAFTA-1a on November 13-16, 2025, paired with CRAFTA-1b on March 26-29, 2026.

Two 4-day segments (8-day total)

Cranio Facial Therapy Academy 2

The CRAFTA-2a consists of two parts: CRAFTA-2a (March 8-11, 2025) and CRAFTA-2b (June 14-17, 2025)

Two 4-day segments (8-day total)

Headaches in Children

This two-day course will review different headache types in children, their assessment, and evidence-based treatment options.

Two days

Manual Therapy and Therapeutic Exercise in Headache: An EBM Approach

In this 3-days course, participants will be introduced to the most updated scientific headache literature, particularly migraine, and how to properly assess and treat patients with primary or secondary headache disorders.

3-day course.

Orofacial Dry Needling 1

First of two courses required for CMTPT/ODN

3-Day Course

Orofacial Dry Needling 2

Second of two courses required for CMTPT/ODN

2-Day Course

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Dry Needling

Advanced Dry Needling Dissection

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.

3-day course

Dry Needling 1: Foundations I

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.

3-day course

Dry Needling Clinical Pearls & Review

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.

2-day course

Dry Needling For Pelvic Pain

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

3-day course

Dry Needling of Athletes - Level 1

The premier dry needling course for athletic trainers and physical therapists working with athletes. The first of a two-course dry needling qualification. NOTE: to become fully certified as a CMTPT, completion of Dry Needling of Athletes - Level 3 is required.

3-day course

Dry Needling of Athletes - Level 2

The premier dry needling certification course for athletic trainers and sports physical therapists. This is the second course of the 2-course dry needling qualification course program. NOTE: to become fully certified as a CMTPT, completion of Dry Needling - Level 3 will be required.

3-day course

Dry Needling Webinar 1

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.

3.5 hours

Dry Needling Webinar 2

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.

3.5 hours

Dry Needling Webinar 3

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.

3.5 hours

Dry Needling Webinar 4

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.

3.0 Hours

Fu Subcutaneous Needling - American Version

An advanced needling course. 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.

2-day course

Intramuscular Electrical Stimulation

Intramuscular electrical stimulation (IMES) is increasingly used in clinical practice to modify or enhance the effects of needling interventions. Yet, no published guidelines exist to assist clinicians in their clinical reasoning for selecting stimulation parameters or determining adequate dosage for the use of IMES for any musculoskeletal condition. This online course will teach clinicians how to safely and effectively implement IMES into practice based on the most recent scientific evidence.

14 hours

Intramuscular Electrical Stimulation - Live

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.

12.5 hours

Orofacial Dry Needling 1

First of two courses required for CMTPT/ODN

3-Day Course

Orofacial Dry Needling 2

Second of two courses required for CMTPT/ODN

2-Day Course

Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling 1

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

3-day course

Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling 2

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

3-day course

Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling 3

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

3-day course

Upper Quadrant Dry Needling 1

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.

3-day course

Upper Quadrant Dry Needling 2

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.

3-day course

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Exergaming

Exergaming - An Innovative Pain Management Approach

External-Focus Exercise + Pain Science

2-day course

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IMES

Intramuscular Electrical Stimulation

Intramuscular electrical stimulation (IMES) is increasingly used in clinical practice to modify or enhance the effects of needling interventions. Yet, no published guidelines exist to assist clinicians in their clinical reasoning for selecting stimulation parameters or determining adequate dosage for the use of IMES for any musculoskeletal condition. This online course will teach clinicians how to safely and effectively implement IMES into practice based on the most recent scientific evidence.

14 hours

Intramuscular Electrical Stimulation - Live

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.

12.5 hours

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Manual Therapy

Headaches in Children

This two-day course will review different headache types in children, their assessment, and evidence-based treatment options.

Two days

Manual Therapy and Therapeutic Exercise in Headache: An EBM Approach

In this 3-days course, participants will be introduced to the most updated scientific headache literature, particularly migraine, and how to properly assess and treat patients with primary or secondary headache disorders.

3-day course.

Manual Trigger Point Therapy 1

Required for MTT certification; the best course for PTAs, and bodyworkers!

3-day course

Manual Trigger Point Therapy 2

Required for MTT certification - the perfect course program for PTAs and bodyworkers!

3-day course

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Pelvic Health

Dry Needling For Pelvic Pain

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

3-day course

Men’s Health Physical Therapy - Hybrid

The 1+2-day Men’s Health Physical Therapy hybrid online and in-person course will focus on assessing and managing the Men's Health PT patient. The course includes a 1-day online section that students must complete before the course's live section.

1-day online + 2 days live

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Re-certification

Recertification for CMTPT/DN Certificate

Renew your CMTPT/DN certification.

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Webinars & ELearning

CRAFTA Jam Session

Focused review and practice of CRAFTA techniques limited to 10 participants

1.5-2 hours

Dry Needling Webinar 1

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.

3.5 hours

Dry Needling Webinar 2

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.

3.5 hours

Dry Needling Webinar 3

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.

3.5 hours

Dry Needling Webinar 4

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.

3.0 Hours

Intramuscular Electrical Stimulation

Intramuscular electrical stimulation (IMES) is increasingly used in clinical practice to modify or enhance the effects of needling interventions. Yet, no published guidelines exist to assist clinicians in their clinical reasoning for selecting stimulation parameters or determining adequate dosage for the use of IMES for any musculoskeletal condition. This online course will teach clinicians how to safely and effectively implement IMES into practice based on the most recent scientific evidence.

14 hours

State of the Art 2024: What's New in Myofascial Pain and Dry Needling?

In this hybrid (live and online) lecture, Jan Dommerholt will review the current scientific literature on myofascial pain and dry needling.

3-Hour

Why Is Myopain Seminars “The Obvious Choice”?

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Intuitive & Easy Pathway to Certification

 

Take our classes on consecutive weekends or at your convenience. We also offer online webinars so you can fulfill every credit required by your local physical therapy board/association. Myopain Seminars is the only provider you’ll need to attain your CMTPT credential. We’ll help you every step of the way so you leave the classroom with a comprehensive and well-rounded education. Making the switch to Myopain is easy, too. Just tell us which provider you’re coming from and we’ll take 50% off your first course.

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Unmatched Instruction & Presentation

 

Other dry needling course providers say they offer hands-on and engaging classes, but then enroll you in a course with one instructor and 20-30 students. Every Myopain Seminars dry needling class will have an excellent student-to-instructor ratio. You’ll receive hands-on experience and 1-to-1 time with our renowned and published instructors, some of whom even contributed to the textbooks you’ll read. This is a benefit that’s unmatched in the industry and will ensure you achieve mastery at the end of your course program. Truly unparalleled.

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Clean & Modern Facilities

 

Every Myopain Seminars hub across the country and worldwide has passed our strict qualification process to ensure consistent, top-quality education, regardless of the location. By attending a Myopain Seminars course, you’re guaranteed to experience state-of-the-art facilities that encourage interactive and engaged learning. Our network not only spans the globe, offering unparalleled access to expert knowledge and cutting-edge practices, but also fosters a community where professionals can grow, share, and innovate together.

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N/A, PT, DPTKristin Hinterstocker, MPTSarah Dodge, DPTAndrew KalachBrandon Wenger, PT, DPT, OCSN/A, PTMary Hagerty, DPTKatie Lakoff, PT, DPT, PRPC, Certified MDT
The DN-1 course was very informative and provided myself (a new PT grad) with a better understanding and confidence in my manual skills that I know will translate well into patient care!
N/A, PT, DPT
Milwaukee,WI
I feel I have a new skill set that I can begin implementing with patients to improve outcomes and quality of life.
Kristin Hinterstocker, MPT
Mequon, WI
In three days I went from never holding a needle to feeling comfortable accurately treating trigger points in muscles I treat on a daily basis. Highly recommend this course.
Sarah Dodge, DPT
Kansas City, MO
They helped me go from unsure and unskilled to proficient and confident with their skills, passion, and attentiveness.
Andrew Kalach
The staff at Myopain was efficient and helpful in all aspects, allowing me to confidently carry trigger point dry needling into practice.
Brandon Wenger, PT, DPT, OCS
Richmond, VA
This course really helped me understand the fundamentals of dry needling. Seeing improvements in objective measures with one treatment of needling really convinced me on the benefits of dry needling!
N/A, PT
Hanover, MD
Myopain does a fantastic job of presenting data to support the techniques, clinical relevance as well as supportive and expert instruction. I felt confident to use all I learned right away!
Mary Hagerty, DPT
North Liberty, IA
This is the only way to learn dry needling. The content is thorough, the instructions are effective, and I feel prepared to integrate DN into my practice.
Katie Lakoff, PT, DPT, PRPC, Certified MDT
Nashville, TN

Myopain Seminars Changes the Way You Look at Pain

Myopain Seminars’ curriculum is developed by international leaders in dry needling and manual trigger point therapy. Our courses are a great way to bring a unique and innovative treatment option to your patients. Completing our course programs elevates your practice and expands your clinician’s toolbox to encompass a wide range of therapies that can effectively eliminate patient pain. We offer a diverse range of courses, including:

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Join the Myopain Seminars Community & Expand Your Network

Other course providers give you a certificate and move on to the next group of students. With Myopain Seminars, you’re not just receiving a top-notch education, you’re joining a broad and loyal network of clinicians from across the globe that are eager to connect with you. Come study with the experts and innovators in the field, promote your practice, and advance your skills in our collaborative community!

Get Featured in Our Clinician Tool

After completing our course program and receiving your certification, you’ll have an opportunity to obtain a free listing in our clinician’s directory called Find a Clinician. This tool is a great way to promote your practice and display your new prestigious certification on our network. Patients who recognize the Myopain Seminars brand use this tool to locate certified clinicians near them. After receiving your certificate, be sure to set up your free listing and promote your skills to patients who are looking for expertise in pain management.

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Our Accreditations

Myopain Seminars and our courses are certified by several leading accreditation agencies

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