Doug is a relaxed, non-threatening but highly knowledgeable presenter

• Technique and areas covered
• Revision of anatomy
• Good explaination of consent and warnings
• Details in course manual

I found the combination of academic and practical spot on.

Most helpful for me were the specifics of palpation and approach to each muscle , positioning and technique to ensure greatest effectiveness.

A helpful aspect of the course for me was using drawing of the anatomy to review the anatomy.

Also liked the discussion on electroacupuncture and hypermobility.

I appreciated the excellent and precise nature of lecturing and practical demonstrations.

Just completed the Introductory/Refresher Dry Needling Course. Doug was very informative and was able to look after everyone, providing great feedback!

And it was quite fun!

Just completed the Introductory Dry Needling Course, in which I found the practical component was excellent with great demonstrations. Also found the clinical discussion throughout interesting.

• * Case studies that relate to each muscle
• * Clear explanation of technique and refresher of surface anatomy

The best part of the course was the anatomy revision. I found it really valuable to revisit it, thinking about the anatomy from a clinical point of view.

• Cross sectional anatomy views
• Description of tissues in layers and depth
• Greater awareness of what I am palpating in each part of the body
• Deeper awareness and understanding of neck muscles

• Lumbar muscle palpation and discussion about treatment theories
• Wet anatomy lab and relating to clinical relevance
• Functional and clinical relevance brought to every muscle

I found the following aspects of the Introductory Course most helpful;

• * dry needling theory + clinical education
• * laid back environment
• * anatomical revision

Hey Doug,
Just want to say a quick thanks for sending out these Clinical Kit eZines to those who have previously undertaken you courses. The info is really much appreciated and the effort you go into to send it out is really valued.

Cheers,

Brett Stanford - Physiotherapist
Como Physiotherapy Clinic

Doug I found the;

• + case study presentations
• + demos and low ratio of student to presenter
• + plantar fascia discussion
• + wet lab anatomy workshop
• + course manual and technique DVD for future reference

This course goes beyond just needling skills and pushes your ability to clinically reason. It encourages thinking outside the box and to question what is already 'given knowledge'. It's been a pleasure being in your course the past 4 days.

I was very helpful to have the Anatomy Wet Lab Workshop before the advanced course to orientate ourselves to the relevant anatomy.

I have completed three Anatomical Acupuncture courses, traveling from Brisbane to Perth for each course. Prior to the first course I researched the available Dry Needling courses and based on participant feedback and course outlines decided the Anatomical Acupuncture course best suited my professional requirements.

It has been well worth the travel - the courses are of high quality and each course has not only provided me with useful clinical skills that I use daily in practice, but challenged me to consider more analytically my treatment options. Another benefit has been in providing my patients with a more thorough anatomical analysis of their problem.

I have become a better skilled and more confident practitioner as a result of attending these courses.

1. Practical sessions were very helpful, as was the provided feedback by presenter
2. Course handbook as reference source

I completed the Advanced Upper and Advanced Lower Quadrant courses with Doug. I found the quality of the content, especially applied anatomy and practical instruction to be exceptional, and I now feel much more confident in treating more complex patients.

I started to learn acupuncture quite a number of years ago with Doug's Introductory course in Acupuncture. I returned to my clinic immediately enthusiastic to implement my new skill. In January 2010, I decided to consolidate and further my skills and knowledge by doing the Advanced Upper Quadrant Course with Doug. As a sports physiotherapist since 1993, I was amazed how acupuncture was such a valuable and complimentary adjunct in treating patients.
I now view the body quite differently when I am treating and quite specifically think about layers of muscles in the body and what I'm actually targeting when I'm treating. I often say to my patients that my thumbs can only reach so far, but an acupuncture needle can reach a deeper region that may be causing problems.
The course is very anatomically driven, with a thorough review of anatomy and more specifically surface anatomy. The course is clinically orientated and practical, outlining signs and symptoms that various muscles can present and also putting into perspective other physiotherapy modalities that are required to give a more holistic approach to treatment. Skills are learned that can be put into practice immediately.
Now having done the advanced course, I have returned to my clinic with more knowledge, skill and confidence.
Thank you.

Since doing the Upper and Lower Quadrant courses, I feel much more confident using dry needling on patients. The courses have empowered me with practical skills and knowledge that I was able to immediately apply. I would be keen to participate in any future courses.