Category:
Dry Needling
Course Level:
Intro
For:
Podiatrists, 4th Year Podiatry Students
Course Overview: Lower Limb for Podiatrists
This practical course is designed for podiatrists seeking an introductory dry needling framework focused on the lower limb. You will learn a safe, effective and evidence-informed approach to dry needling that can be confidently applied in clinical practice. The course emphasises hands-on skill development, covering key lower limb muscles, clinical reasoning, safety and needle technique. By the end of the course, you will have the confidence to integrate dry needling into your podiatry practice to support pain management and movement outcomes.
Duration & delivery format: 1 day practical | online precourse material + quiz
Online learning component: Precourse workbook with quiz sent via email, completed course workbooks must be sent back one week before the course start date
Category:
Dry Needling
Course Level:
Intro
Course Level:
Intro
Course Objectives & Learning Outcomes
The goal of this course is to teach:
- The purpose and principles of dry needling within podiatric practice
- Safe and effective dry needling techniques for key lower limb muscles
- Clinical reasoning for when and how to integrate dry needling into treatment plans
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate safe needle handling, patient positioning and infection control procedures
- Identify and dry needle common lower limb myofascial trigger points relevant to podiatry presentations
- Apply dry needling confidently and appropriately within scope to support pain reduction and movement outcomes
Course Requirements & Participant Expectations
This course is designed for AHPRA-registered podiatrists and 4th year podiatry students. No prior dry needling experience is required.
Participants are expected to practise within their professional scope, relevant state and national regulations and their individual insurance requirements. Dry needling techniques taught in this course are limited to the lower limb and are intended to complement podiatric assessment and treatment.
This is a highly practical course. Participants are expected to actively engage in supervised hands-on practice, including palpation, needle handling and dry needling techniques on fellow participants. Attendees should be willing to both give and receive dry needling as part of the learning process. Appropriate attire allowing access to the lower limb is required.
Course Assessment & Accreditation
Pre-course Quiz:
- Participants must successfully complete a pre-course quiz with a score of 100% prior to attending the practical component ~ 4 hours.
Practical Assessment:
- You will be required to complete a technique in front of your assessor to show competency but we use this as a learning experience during the course.
CPD Accreditation:
- This course provides 12 CPD points, aligned with professional development requirements for podiatrists.
Example Agenda
1.
Welcome & Course Overview
2.
Dry Needling Principles, Safety & Scope
3.
Needle Handling Practice
4.
Lower Limb Anatomy & Palpation
5.
Practical Dry Needling Techniques
4.
Soleus, Gastroc, Flexor Hallucis Longus, Tibialis Posterior/Anterior, Abductor/Flexor Hallucis Brevis, Thigh and Hip Musculature
6.
Clinical Application & Competency Assessment
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need prior dry needling experience to attend this course?
A.
No. This course is designed as an introductory program and does not require any previous dry needling training.
- Will I be required to both give and receive dry needling?
A.
Yes. This is a hands-on course and participants are expected to practise techniques on fellow attendees and to receive dry needling as part of the learning process.
- Is this course within the scope of practice for podiatrists?
A.
Yes. All techniques taught are specific to the lower limb and are designed to be applied within podiatry scope, subject to individual state regulations and professional indemnity insurance.