Dry Needling
Special Seminar in June on Myofascial Pain Syndrome
BY RONDA KELLINGTON
Join us June 22-23, 2024 for a special seminar presented by Jay P. Shah, MD and John Srbely, DC, PhD. The seminar is: Myofascial Trigger Points and Central Sensitization in Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Exploring their Enigmatic Pathophysiology, Dynamic Clinical Manifestations and Novel Strategies for Optimizing Patient Outcomes I recently interviewed Jay and John about the Read More
Physios talk about the benefits of acupuncture
BY RONDA KELLINGTON
Two physiotherapists talk about how they incorporate acupuncture into their practices, and the different types of patients they see. Watch their video conversation as they also answer the question of the differences between acupuncture and dry needling. Fedra Salias, PT, CAFCI, works mostly with neuro patients – people with stroke, spinal cord injury. She finds Read More
Acupuncture and Dry Needling Paths for Chiropractors
BY RONDA KELLINGTON
Most chiropractors need 200 hours of training before they can use needles in practice. After consulting with The College of Chiropractors of Alberta and with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario, we now offer two different paths to those 200 hours. Check with your regulator to see what paths are open to you. The Acupuncture Read More
Dry Needling vs. Acupuncture?
BY RONDA KELLINGTON
Dry needling and acupuncture both involve the insertion of thin needles into the body. Both are used by regulated Canadian health professionals to treat musculoskeletal pain and improve function. But that is roughly where the similarities end. For clinicians trained in both modalities, knowing when to reach for each one is a clinical skill in Read More