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Pain Management Certified Course

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People!NEED!practitioners!who!are!skilled!in!pain!management!............................................................!4!

How!Does!It!Work?!..................................................................................................................................!5!

Your!Pain!Certification!program!...............................................................................................................!6!

1.! The!Psychobiology!of!Pain:!Professor!Bruce!Robinson!.....................................................................!7!

2.!Pain!Management!Clinical!Handbook!For!Acupuncturists!...................................................................!9!

3.!Understanding!Jing!Jin!for!treating!musculoskeletal!conditions:!David!Legge!(AUS)!.........................!10!

4.!ElectroYacupuncture!and!TENS:!David!F!Mayor!(UK)!&!Dr!Sean!Walsh!(AUS)!....................................!12!

5.!Treating!sports!injuries!with!acupuncture,!Tui!Na!Massage!and!TCM:!Paul!Blacker!(UK)!.................!14!

6.!Low!Back!Pain,!Assessment,!Red!Flags!and!Management:!Luke!Rickards!(Aus)!................................!16!

Our!aim!...................................................................................................................................................!18!

Objectives!...............................................................................................................................................!18!

Educational!categories!...........................................................................................................................!18!

Who!We!Are!...........................................................................................................................................!19!

How!does!a!webinar!work?!....................................................................................................................!19!

Webinar!Program!...................................................................................................................................!20!

CPD!and!Certificate!of!Attendance!.........................................................................................................!20!

Contact!us!..............................................................................................................................................!22!

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People NEED practitioners who are skilled in pain management

Pain conditions and musculoskeletal disorders are often the entry point to people having acupuncture.

In a recent study of 2,495 people, musculoskeletal disorders rated higher than all other conditions in people's perception of what acupuncture was useful for. Second to “other” were stress and fertility.

Chart: onepoll.com study General Public Perception of Acupuncture 2014/2015 Report

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How Does It Work? Step 1: Take the Course

The AcuPro Pain Management Series consists of 5 CORE modules, and one BONUS module (details below). Each module runs for 2 hours (total of 10 hours CPD). You get a CPD certificate to print for your records and a PDF print out of the presentation for your files. And you have 12 months to watch the modules as many times as you like.

You can take part in this course from wherever you are and at any time you choose. All that is required is an internet connection and a device on which to watch the video training and take the quiz (e.g. laptop or tablet).

This represents the ultimate flexibility and convenience in learning and advancing yourself and your career. It is the future of professional learning, freeing you up to do the things you love.

Step 2: Pass Each Test

After each module there is a QUIZ to complete.

Each quiz consists of 10 multiple choice questions that are taken directly from the module. The pass mark for each quiz is 70% and you may re-sit the quiz as many times as you need before finalising your result.

After each attempt at the quiz, your answers will be displayed and compared to the correct answers. You can use this direct feedback feature as a learning tool to enhance your knowledge and skills.

Step 3: Get the Certificate

Once you have passed the QUIZ for each of the 5 CORE modules, you are eligible to receive a certificate of completion for the entire AcuPro Pain Management Series. This will certify you as having a special interest in Pain Management and as having passed the AcuPro Pain Management Series.

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Benefit of a certificate:

1. Inspire confidence in your patients - print and display on your consulting room wall to show your commitment to on-going learning and skills development

2. Easy CPD record keeping – keep an electronic and hardcopy in case you are audited

3. Unique advantage – submit your certificate to future employers

Your Pain Certification program !

To help you get the most out of this Pain Management training course, we have developed a program for you. You can watch the videos in any order, and any time you like, this is simply a guide to help you get the most out of This program.

We suggest the following order:

1. The psychobiology of Pain – Professor Bruce Robinson

2. Pain Management Clinical Handbook for Acupuncturists (eBook)

3. Understanding the Jing Jin – David Legge

4. Electro-acupuncture (EA) and TENS – Dr Sean Walsh and David Mayor

5. Treating sports injuries – Paul Blacker

6. Low Back Pain – Luke Rickards

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1. The Psychobiology of Pain: Professor Bruce Robinson

Course Code 803-041

Course category

Core Knowledge, Skill, Ability

Points/hours 2

Course description

All individuals suffer from pain, and problems with pain are one of the most common reasons patients seek the help of Oriental Medicine practitioners. This online seminar explores the reasons we have pain, the neurophysiology of experiencing pain, the mental and emotional aspects of acute and chronic pain and some of the most important pain syndromes treated by OM practitioners. We also discuss the various modalities of treating pain.

Learning objectives

◉ Understand why acute pain is necessary for our survival

◉ Understand the difference between acute and chronic pain

◉ Understand the neurophysiology and the psychology of experiencing pain

◉ Know the various ways of measuring pain

◉ Be able to provide maximum enhancement of your treatments of pain

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Presenter biography

Dr Bruce H. Robinson lives in Fort Lauderdale Florida, USA.

He is a professor of medicine at the University of Science and Technology Medical College in nearby Miami and is also a professor at the Atlantic College of Oriental Medicine in Fort Lauderdale.

Dr. Robinson was the president of AIMC Berkeley, an acupuncture college in the San Francisco Bay area, from 2007 to 2009.

He is the author of two textbooks on the topic of integrating Western Medicine and Oriental Medicine: Biomedicine: A Textbook for Practitioners of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Blue Poppy Press (2007), and Western Physical Exam Skills for Practitioners of Asian Medicine, Blue Poppy Press (2009).

A board certified general surgeon, he practiced medicine and surgery for 30 years, treating over 80,000 patients.

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2. Pain Management Clinical Handbook

For Acupuncturists !

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Course Code 803-TBA

Course category


Points/hours 2

This handbook presents acupuncturists with an overview of the current research literature and a useful framework for evaluating the clinical considerations of acupuncture treatment in the management of neuromusculoskeletal pain.

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3. Understanding Jing Jin for treating musculoskeletal conditions:

David Legge (AUS)

David legge

Course Code 803-047

Course category


Points/hours 2

Course description

The jingjin are a network of secondary meridians that form part of the meridian system of Chinese acupuncture. The word "jin" is translated as sinew channels, meridian sinews, muscle channel, muscle conduits, and tendino-muscular meridians. This presentation provides an overview of the published material on the jingjin theory. The possible intentions of the earliest authors are explored along with contemporary approaches to how the jingjin theory may be applied when treating musculoskeletal conditions - based on David’s extensive clinical experience.

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Learning objectives

◉ Understand how the Jing Jin relates to Tendino-muscular meridians, Sinew channels, Muscle meridians, Muscle conduits and Channel sinews

◉ Learn about "Anatomy Trains" and how these relate to chains of musculo-tendinous tissue

◉ Have a greater understanding of the Jing jin meridians described in the early Ma Huang Tui texts

◉ Be introduced to the recommended technique for treating Jing Jin conditions which involves hot needling of ah shi points along a line of stagnation in the muscular system

◉ Gain a greater understanding of the clinical applications of the jing jin in their daily acupuncture practice

Presenter biography

David Legge has practised as an acupuncturist and osteopath for almost 30 years, specialising in the treatment of painful musculoskeletal conditions.

David lectures at the University of Western Sydney and has also taught widely in Australia, the US and Europe.

David is the author of the popular text "Close to the Bone" and the handbook "Acupuncture Points and Meridians”. Today’s talk is based on his 2010 book “Jing jin: Acupuncture treatment of the muscular system using the meridian sinews”

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4. Electro-acupuncture and TENS - Putting theory into practice: David F

Mayor (UK) & Dr Sean Walsh (AUS)

Course Code 803-057

Course category


Points/hours 2

Course description

Electro-Acupuncture and TENS can be a safe and effective way to treat pain conditions, improve therapeutic outcomes and help patients recover more quickly from injury. Our expert guests, David Mayor and Dr Sean Walsh (PhD) explain the neurophysiological mechanisms of electroacupuncture and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and outline their methods of application for a range of conditions based on current research. When used appropriately the integration of electrotherapies with acupuncture can broaden one’s scope of clinical practice, learn how to put theory into practice.

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Learning objectives

◉ Understand when and why to use electroacupuncture

◉ Definitions of the main terms in use around electroacupuncture and TENS

◉ Understand the history of electricity in medicine

◉ Understand the basics of the use of electricity in medicine

◉ Contraindications to consider when using electroacupuncture and TENS

◉ Conditions treated with electroacupuncture and TENS

Presenter biography

David F Mayor has been an acupuncture practitioner in the UK since 1982. Since 1988, he has made electroacupuncture(EA) his speciality, and has taught on the subject since 1996.He is currently an Honorary Research Fellow in the Division of Physiotherapy at the University of Hertfordshire in the UK.

Sean Walsh has a PhD (Science) at the University of Technology, Sydney and Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture in the same school among others. He's presently having a private practice of acupuncture/TCM practice (Acuplus Therapies) at the Edgeware Family Practice, Enmore NSW. Sean also teaches in University of Technology, Sydney as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Medical and Molecular Biosciences.

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5. Treating sports injuries with acupuncture, Tui Na Massage and TCM:

Paul Blacker (UK)

Paul blacker

Course Code 803-055

Course category


Points/hours 2

Course description Paul Blacker, a qualified acupuncturist and first aid instructor showcases how to treat acute sports injuries, post first aid RICE management. This presentation includes how to treat sprains and strains and bruising - concentrating on areas such as the knees and shoulders. He presents using acupuncture for shin splints and tight muscles and he then goes in to detail about how to apply acupuncture for the treatment of chronic injuries using an integrative approach including electro-acupuncture. Knowing when to use heat and when to apply cold is often controversial, and Paul outlines his approach central to understanding sports injury management. Two conflicting theories: "Rest is best" versus "motion is lotion" are also addressed.

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Learning objectives

◉ Understand how to treat sprains and strains and bruising

◉ Understand how to treat complex areas such as the knees and shoulders

◉ Using acupuncture for shin splints and tight muscles

◉ How to apply acupuncture for the treatment of chronic injuries

◉ When to use heat and when to use cold

◉ When to rest and when to encourage movement

Presenter biography Paul has taught across a broad range of TCM, medical science and research subjects to undergraduate students since 1997. He is secretary of the Microsystems Acupuncture Regulatory Working Group (MACRWG), which is regulated with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), is a member of the Profession Specific Board for Microsystems Acupuncture at the CNHC, and sits on the Acupuncture Stakeholders Group (ASG) and the Research Council for Complementary Medicine (RCCM) representing the MACRWG. Paul practices acupuncture, tui-na, and therapeutic remedial sports massage Kent, UK.

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6. Low Back Pain

Assessment, Red Flags and Management: Luke Rickards (Aus)

Luke Rickards

Course Code 803-025

Course category


Points/hours 2

Course description

Back pain is one of the most problematic conditions that patients can present with which is complicated by:

chronicity; medication; surgery; anxiety or depression. This presentation is about what practitioners need to know to understand people with low back pain and how to provide safe and effective treatment in line with international back pain management guidelines.

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Learning objectives

◉ Understand the Aetiology and Classification of Low Back Pain

◉ Learn about History taking and clinical screening of people with low back pain

◉ Gain an insight into Red & Yellow Flags

◉ Know When to refer

◉ Understand the Management of people using the best available evidence, and Treatment considerations

Presenter biography

Luke commenced his career in allied health as an acupuncture and Chinese medicine practitioner after graduating from the Sydney Institute of TCM in 1998, followed by a clinical internship at the Guangzhou University TCM Hospital in China.

Luke’s early practice immediately led to a strong interest in the management of neuromusculoskeletal pain and he subsequently completed a Bachelor of Applied Science and a Masters degree in Osteopathy at the University of Western Sydney. During this time he developed a deep regard for the value of scientific research and critical thinking in shaping clinical health care practice and has been particularly influenced by the advances in neuroscience as it continues to deepen our understanding of the interactions between biological, psychological and social factors in determining both health and recovery from illness.

Luke has been involved in health professional regulation at a state and national level, including the development of acupuncture accreditation standards for non-TCM health professionals, and has acted as an external Masters thesis examiner for universities in Australia and New Zealand. Luke is also on the advisory panel for Chronic Pain Australia and the peer-review panel for an international scientific journal. He has published several research papers, articles and a book chapter on manual and movement therapy treatments for neuromusculoskeletal pain.

In his clinical practice, Luke has a particular interest in patient-centered approaches to manual and movement therapy and helping people suffering from chronic, persistent musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain.

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Our aim We aim to deliver the high quality online continuing education events specifically for acupuncturists and oriental medicine practitioners to support your delivery of health care to the community.

Objectives !

◉ To provide targeted, immediate and effective information to practitioners of acupuncture and oriental medicine

◉ To invite international guest experts to present on latest research, clinical practice, practice enhancement, biomedicine, ethics,

◉ To provide a cost-effective education about topics that affect your practice

◉ To provide high quality and meaningful education to enhance clinical outcomes that benefit the healthcare of the community

Educational categories Acupuncture Professional offers a broad range of events to meet the needs of practitioners and accrediting agencies. Topics are categorized as one of the following:

◉ AOM-BIO: Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (AOM) Clinically relevant Western medicine (BIO) applicable to patient care

◉ SA Safety: Courses that address patient, staff and environmental safety issues in the Oriental medicine and healthcare professions.

◉ ET Ethics: Courses that address ethical decisions and issues in the Oriental medicine and healthcare professions.

◉ CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Life Support Certificate Professional Enhancement:

◉ CW-PE: Courses that relate to therapies and modalities that enhance Your practice but are not subjects originating in Oriental or Western medicine.

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Who We Are Acupuncture Professional is an online education organisation that co-ordinates and hosts continuing professional development (CPD) events for acupuncture and oriental medicine practitioners and students. We have an annual program of webinar presentations with expert acupuncturists from around the world and an international membership.

How does a webinar work?

A webinar is very similar to a ‘face to face’ presentation where a

group of practitioners assemble in a venue and listen to a

presentation. The only significant differences between a webinar

and a face-to-face presentation is that webinar participants don’t

share the same physical location as the presenter.

This ‘virtual’ attendance is particularly advantageous for

practitioners who live in provincial towns or in semi-isolated

locations and other circumstances where attending face to face

events is challenging. The online arena also facilitates experts

from other countries sharing their expertise internationally,

without geographical barriers.

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Webinar Program

Each webinar is 1½ - 2 hours duration. The webinar is available for

our members in a secure, controlled-access environment. This

includes our specialised recording and post-production editing,

professional screencast video playback, and hosting on our high

volume, industrial grade media servers

CPD and Certificate of Attendance

We have a sophisticated Learning Management System (LMS) that

includes a process for consolidating the educational aspect of

webinar activity by introducing a brief quiz after the event. This is a

practical method for confirming participant engagement and

comprehension and ensures a satisfactory level of understanding

of the topic.

Attendance may then be accepted as eligible for CPD hours.

Following the quiz, a certificate of attendance is issued which can

be used to verify the CPD activity.

Typically, for each 1½ to 2 hour webinar we prepare10 quiz

questions in the form of multiple choice questions (single correct

answer), multiple answer (more than one answer correct),

True/False and other question types that can be objectively marked

using our online system.

Currently we set the ‘pass’ mark for each quiz at 80%. If a

participant does not achieve the set pass mark, the certificate is not

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generated and the participant is required to reattempt the quiz.

After successful completion of the quiz, the participant is able to

review their responses in comparison to the correct answers. This

feedback is an important part of the learning process.

On passing the assessment quiz, a certificate in the form of a PDF

document is generated by our LMS. Each certificate includes the

Participant’s Name, Course Name, Presenter Name, Date of

completion, and CPD Credit Value (number of hours). Each

certificate also includes a unique identification code that links the

certificate to a database record of a participant’s quiz completion.

This feature eliminates the potential for anyone to fraudulently

generate their own certificate.

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Contact us

General enquiries

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Support@ acupunctureprofessional.com

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Certified pain management course program booklet 2015 · This online seminar explores the reasons we have pain, the neurophysiology of experiencing pain, the mental and ... on his