As part of our commitment to learning, TRIA is pleased to host the following continuing education courses.
For more information regarding any of TRIA’s course offerings, contact TRIA Research and Education Center at 952-806-5603 or triaeducation@tria.com.
Dry Needling 1: Foundations I
February 28 – March 2, 2025
TRIA, Bloomington, MN
Dry Needling 1: Foundations I is the first of 3 courses required to become a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT) through Myopain Seminars. This introductory module offers a comprehensive overview of dry needling, covering its historical background, the science of trigger points and myofascial pain, a thorough examination of potential risks, and adherence to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards specific to dry needling practices.
This course is open to the public. If you are an employee, please contact Alecia Klatt for discount information.
Evaluation and Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders and Craniofacial Pain Level 1
April 12 – April 13, 2025
TRIA, Bloomington, MN
This two-day TMJ course provides a basic understanding of Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) and Craniofacial Pain (CFP). Participants will learn anatomy and biomechanics of the normal Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), as well as abnormal mechanics or pathophysiological mechanics that will require a comprehensive evaluation and treatment approach. This TMJ course is designed to help differentiate myofascial related pain from internal derangements and educate on the interrelationship between the cervical spine and the TMJ. Lab time will allow participants to palpate anatomical structures as they relate to TMD and CFP, and learn how to mobilize the TMJ as well as the upper cervical spine. Participants will gain insight into a basic home exercise regimen for their patients. There will also be discussions about appropriate orthotic therapy, lifestyle changes, potential surgical interventions and how to build a rapport with the dental community and other healthcare providers so the best possible outcomes can be achieved for patients.
This course is open to the public. Please contact Alecia Klatt for more information.
Dry Needling 2: Foundations II
May 2 – May 4, 2025
TRIA, Bloomington, MN
This is the second of three courses required to receive certification with Myopain Seminars Dry Needling Program as a CMTPT. The DN-2 Foundations II course builds on the knowledge and skills of the DN-1 course. Students will be introduced to the clinical aspects of myofascial pain, peripheral and central sensitization.
This course is open to the public. If you are an employee, please contact Alecia Klatt for discount information.
Clinical Applications of Integrated FES Therapy Systems
May 2 – May 3, 2025
HealthPartners Neuroscience Center, St. Paul, MN
This course is for current users of Restorative Therapies systems, designed for onsite training for advanced proficiency. The course includes didactic and practical application learning opportunities. Course content will cover the following:
- Integrate FES Therapy Systems review
- Fundamentals of Electrical Stimulation and the physiological effects
- Physiological muscle recruitment vs. electrical evoked muscle recruitment
- Power, METs, & functional outcomes
- Xcite: Activity based application of electrical stimulation for task specific training
- RTILink Operations
- Therapy defaults & clinical rationale for modifications
- Session and progress graph analysis
- Hands- on clinical applications of Integrated FES Systems including RT300-Arm, leg and core system and Xcite2 Clinical Station with patient volunteers
This course is open to the public. If you are an employee, please contact Alecia Klatt for discount information.
