Msi®Complete Integrative Acupuncture & Dry Needling Course
Master modern acupuncture, dry needling, and integrative rehabilitation techniques designed for physiotherapists, sports therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, and healthcare professionals wanting to improve patient recovery outcomes.
Master The Science of Integrative Recovery
Foundations of Integrative Acupuncture & Dry Needling
Why students should care:
Build strong clinical foundations in acupuncture theory, trigger point science, patient safety, and practical rehabilitation techniques essential for modern clinical practice.
Topics Covered
- Acupuncture principles & pain science
- Trigger point identification & treatment
- Needle safety, hygiene & contraindications
- Musculoskeletal assessment fundamentals
Outcome: CClinicians gain confidence in safe and effective integrative treatment application.
Practical Dry Needling Techniques
Why students should care:
Develop hands-on practical Dry Needling skills used to reduce pain, release muscle tension, and improve patient mobility.
Topics Covered
- Tupper body Dry Needling techniques
- Lower body trigger point release
- Neck, shoulder & back pain protocols
- Sports injury rehabilitation methods
Outcome: Students learn practical techniques they can immediately apply in clinic.
Traditional Chinese Fire Cupping
Why students should care:
Learn how cupping therapy can improve circulation, recovery, mobility, and muscular relaxation for rehabilitation and sports performance.
Topics Covered
- Static & dynamic fire cupping
- TRecovery enhancement methods
- Circulation & mobility techniques
- Integrating cupping into rehab plans
Outcome: Clinicians confidently apply cupping therapy for pain relief and recovery support.
Clinical Integration & Rehabilitation
Why students should care:
Learn how to combine Dry Needling, acupuncture, and rehabilitation techniques to improve patient outcomes and long-term recovery.
Topics Covered
- Functional rehabilitation systems
- Return-to-sport recovery planning
- Pain management strategies
- Corrective movement integration
Outcome: Clinicians develop structured evidence-based treatment planning skills.
Assessment, Case Studies & CPD Certification
Why students should care:
Apply your practical knowledge through live demonstrations, clinical reasoning exercises, and real patient case studies.
Topics Covered
- Live clinical demonstrations
- Practical treatment scenarios
- Patient assessment frameworks
- CPD course completion assessment
Outcome: Students complete the course with practical clinical confidence and CPD certification.
Course Modules
6 Modules
Foundations of Integrative Acupuncture & Dry Needling
Build strong clinical foundations for safe, effective, and evidence-based treatment.
This module introduces the core principles of acupuncture, Dry Needling, trigger point therapy, and modern rehabilitation approaches used in sports medicine and MSK clinical practice.
What You’ll Learn
Understanding trigger points, pain science, muscle dysfunction, Dry Needling safety protocols, and patient assessment strategies.
Core Foundations
- trigger point assessment
- pain science principles
- needle safety & hygiene
- clinical patient communication
Clinical Outcomes
- Improved assessment confidence
- Better clinical reasoning
- Safer treatment application
- Strong practical foundations
Practical Dry Needling Techniques
Learn practical Dry Needling methods used in elite rehabilitation and sports performance clinics.
What You’ll Learn
Hands-on Dry Needling applications for muscular pain, mobility restriction, trigger points, and movement dysfunction.
Treatment Areas:
- neck & shoulder complex
- thoracic & lumbar spine
- hips & glutes
- calves & lower limb recovery
Clinical Benefits
- Improved muscular recovery
- Reduced pain & tightness
- Enhanced mobility outcomes
- More confident treatment delivery
Clinical Outcomes
- Faster patient improvements
- Better movement quality
- Reduced muscular tension
- Higher patient satisfaction
Traditional Chinese Fire Cupping Therapy
Learn traditional and modern cupping methods for recovery, circulation, and rehabilitation.
You’ll learn how Fire Cupping is used clinically to improve tissue mobility, reduce muscular tension, and support patient recovery.
What You’ll Learn
Static cupping, dynamic cupping, movement integration, and circulation enhancement techniques.
Applying Fire Cupping to
- improve blood circulation
- reduce muscular tightness
- restore tissue mobility
- support rehabilitation recovery
- improve movement quality
Clinical Outcomes
- Better tissue mobility
- Reduced muscular restriction
- Improved recovery support
- Enhanced patient treatment options
Safety, Clinical Standards & Professional Practice
Treat with confidence while protecting your patients and professional standards.
This module ensures all Dry Needling, Fire Cupping, and Hijama techniques are delivered safely, ethically, and within professional scope.
What You’ll Learn
Clinical contraindications, informed consent, risk management, hygiene protocols, and patient communication systems.
Managing risk with
- acute inflammation
- post-injury rehabilitation
- neurological symptoms
- chronic pain patients
- professional communication
- safe treatment progression
- referral systems & red flags
Clinical Outcomes
- Reduced treatment risks
- Improved patient safety
- Better clinical reasoning
- Confidence treating independently
Clinical Integration, Case Studies & Rehabilitation Application
Bridge the gap between practical techniques and real-world clinical application.
This module focuses on integrating acupuncture, Dry Needling, Fire Cupping, and rehabilitation systems into real patient treatment plans.
What You’ll Learn
How to adapt treatment based on:
- patient goals
- pain presentation
- movement dysfunction
- rehabilitation stage
Integrating techniques into:
- sports rehabilitation
- pain management programs
- performance recovery
When to prioritise:
- mobility restoration
- pain reduction
- movement control
- functional recovery
Why MSI is the Industry Leader
Standard CPD
Traditional Education
Often lacks real-world integration and modern rehabilitation systems
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Limited practical application too much theory, not enough clinical hands-on experience.
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Outdated rehabilitation methods Often disconnected from modern sports medicine practice.
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Low treatment confidence Less supervised practical development
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Minimal real patient integration Limited exposure to live clinical case studies.
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Requires additional external learning Many clinicians still feel unprepared after certification
Complete Integrative Acupuncture & Dry Needling Course
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Complete integrative clinical system assessment → treatment → rehabilitation → recovery integration
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Taught by active clinicians & rehabilitation specialists Real-world clinical standards with practical application focus.
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Advanced practical confidence Leave knowing exactly how to apply treatments safely and effectively
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Multiple therapy integration Dry Needling, Fire Cupping, Hijama & rehabilitation systems combined
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Higher earning potential Advanced integrative skillsets support premium clinical services
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Private clinic readiness Build confidence treating real patients immediately after certification
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Real-world rehabilitation integration Sports injury, chronic pain & performance recovery frameworks
Real Clinical Outcomes
Chronic Hamstring Tendinopathy
Pre-Course Approach: Generic eccentric loading. Limited success, recurring pain.
MSI Approach: Applied peripheral nerve release & kinetic chain integration.
Pain-free return to sprinting in 3 weeks.
Post-Op ACL Stiffness
Pre-Course Approach: Standard ROM exercises. Plateau at 110° flexion.
MSI Approach: Targeted capsular mobilization & soft tissue release.
Full flexion outcomes achieved in 2 sessions.
Unexplained Lower Back Pain
Pre-Course Approach: Core stability focus. Symptoms persisted.
MSI Approach: Identified and treated hip rotation deficit.
Complete symptom resolution & performance gain.
Live Case Stories
See how our graduates apply their skills in the real world.
Relax Recover Restore Movement
Reduce Pain Move Better
Restore Balance Reduce Pain
Improve Mobility Reduce Pain
Ease Pain Restore Comfort
Elite Athlete S&C Session
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All courses are fully accredited and approved by MSI Health Providers.
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Senior Therapist (Msk)
Ray Ho BSc (hons) Sports Injury Specialist - Ray is certified to provide Premium level elite performance manual therapy, Spinal Osteopathic advanced techniques, dry needling and corrective exercise rehabilitation to manage injury set back and pain.
With a strong interest in Posture, biomechanics & human movement patterns, Ray is competent in utilising an effective and evidence based approach in improving pain through motions patterns to optimizing elite performance to return to Sports or day to day function.
Specialist Expertise: - Back , Neck & Shoulder Pain - Working with powerlifters / people who lift weights - Postural / movement biomechanics - Trigger point therapy & active release techniques - TCM Chinese Medicine Naturopathic healing
Senior Therapist (Msk)
Ray Ho BSc (hons) Sports Injury Specialist - Ray is certified to provide Premium level elite performance manual therapy, Spinal Osteopathic advanced techniques, dry needling and corrective exercise rehabilitation to manage injury set back and pain.
With a strong interest in Posture, biomechanics & human movement patterns, Ray is competent in utilising an effective and evidence based approach in improving pain through motions patterns to optimizing elite performance to return to Sports or day to day function.
Specialist Expertise: - Back , Neck & Shoulder Pain - Working with powerlifters / people who lift weights - Postural / movement biomechanics - Trigger point therapy & active release techniques - TCM Chinese Medicine Naturopathic healing
Sports Rehabilitation Specialist
Specialism & Expertise in Neck & Lower back pains, mid back, Sciatica, Shoulder pains, Referred/Nerve pain.
Mr Nick Brisbane BSc (Hons) Sports Physiotherapy Therapist
Nick Brisbane: BSc (hons) Sports Rehabilitation
With a First Class Honours Degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Salford, Nick has previously worked for the NHS, and in addition has over 8 years experience working within Private Practice
He is a confident and skilled manual therapist and uses up to date evidence based treatments in order to obtain the best results for a variety of conditions for example
-Neck pain -Lower back and mid back pain -Sciatica -Shoulder pain -Referred/Nerve pain
Nick has a specific interest in treating chronic recurrent sports injuries and is currently undertaking further research & development on tendon injuries in specific sports. He has studied and gained additional exercise prescription qualifications, which has allowed him to combine manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation effectively to improve patient outcomes.
MY Sports Injury Mentor
Elite Sports Physiotherapist. Founder | Mykonos Performance @mykonosperformance Clinical Lead Mentor – CPD Bridging Rehab, Performance & Education
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