Interventional Pain Management Training & CME Course
Hands-on pain management CME training for physicians, NPs, PAs, and chiropractors. Master spinal injections, joint procedures, and fluoroscopy-guided techniques with cadaver training over two intensive days.
25.25
CME Credits
AMA PRA Category 1
2-Day
Intensive Course
Comprehensive Training
Hands-On
Cadaver & Fluoroscopy
Expert Supervision
20+
US Locations
Nationwide
Course Overview
Interventional Pain Management Course Overview
The American Academy of Procedural Medicine's Interventional Pain Management course is one of our most popular pain management CME training programs. This 2-day, ACCME-accredited course provides the latest interventional pain management injection techniques and diagnosis procedures for physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, and chiropractors.
Pain management continues to rank as the highest-paying subspecialty for medical professionals. This pain management training course covers everything you need to integrate interventional pain procedures into your practice — from spinal and joint injections to fluoroscopy-guided techniques and chronic pain management protocols.
Learn from U.S. Board Certified Pain specialists in a hands-on environment with cadaver training and live fluoroscopy. Earn your Pain Management Certification and 25.25 CME credits while gaining the clinical confidence to test, diagnose, and treat a full range of pain conditions.
Flexible Training Options
Pain Management CME: In-Person & Livestream Training Options
Whether you prefer hands-on training with cadavers and fluoroscopy or the convenience of remote learning, we have a format that fits your schedule and learning style.
In-Person Training
Get hands-on experience performing spinal injections on cadavers under fluoroscopy guidance. Practice with real equipment and receive immediate expert feedback.
- Cadaver injection practice
- Fluoroscopy equipment training
- Direct faculty supervision & feedback
- Small group sizes for personalized learning
- Network with fellow practitioners
Livestream Training
Join our interactive livestream sessions from anywhere. Watch live demonstrations, ask questions in real-time, and complete your didactic training remotely.
- Learn from home or office
- Live Q&A with expert instructors
- HD video demonstrations
- Interactive case discussions
- Complete didactic portion remotely
Eligible Medical Professionals
Who Is Eligible for Pain Management Training?
This course is specifically created for licensed medical professionals looking to add interventional pain management procedures to their practice.
Only licensed medical providers can perform hands-on injection procedures during training. Always verify your state's scope of practice regarding interventional pain management procedures.
Course Information
About the Interventional Pain Management Training Course
Everything you need to know about our comprehensive Interventional Pain Management certification program.
Pain Management Training Objectives
Upon Completion of this program, the physician should be able to:
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Expand current practice to include pain management services. Be able to perform all the injection procedures detailed in a proper and efficient manner in adherence with the latest "standard of care" protocols.
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Learn proper needle placement and techniques using injection models and/or human cadavers (tissue) under image guidance. Trigger point injection training and other joint injections are discussed or demonstrated using the palpatory method and/or image guidance.
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Diagnose and evaluate patients with chronic lumbosacral pain and develop an approved treatment plan using accepted injection techniques.
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Test, Diagnose and treat the patient suffering from joint pain using various "evidence-based" injection therapies.
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Receive training on specialty injections with Botulinum Toxin-A (Botox) for a variety of pain related conditions (i.e. migraines, bruxism, TMJ) associated with muscle spasticity.
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Evaluate and diagnose the patient for testosterone deficiency and be able to administer testosterone for patients with low testosterone secondary to chronic narcotic usage or andropause.
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Fully understand specific supplies, protocols, and appropriate solutions needed including billing and coding requirements.
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Learn how to perform these injections using the Palpatory Method, as well as learn to perform the various injections using image guidance for proper needle placement. This includes working on advanced injection models or human cadavers depending upon location.
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Properly document each patient chart and procedure performed adhering to strict medical necessity and selection criteria.
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Utilize specific methods for compliance to help ensure correct procedure and standard of care thus preventing over-utilization of these procedures.
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Be able to attract new and existing patients using proven business and internet or conventional marketing methods.
Physicians who successfully complete the Pain Management Certification program and demonstrate proficiency with the newly learned injection procedures will receive a Certificate of Achievement as well as allow physicians to advance towards getting their AAOPM Board Certification in Pain Management.
Pain Management Course Details
Procedures and Topics Covered
- One-on-One Fluoroscopy Equipment Training
- Spinal Procedures/Injections - Sacroiliac Joint Injections, Diagnostic/Destructive Paravertebral Facet Joint Injections (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar) - chemical neurolysis, ablation, Sympathetic Nerve Blocks, and Epidural Injections (lateral foraminal, central, caudal)
- Large Joint Injections - Shoulder, Hip, Knee, SI Joint
- Prolotherapy & Platelet Rich Plasma Injections for soft tissue and joints
- Viscosupplementation HA Therapies (Shoulder and Knee)
- Botox Injections for the treatment of Cervical Dystonia, Migraine Headaches, Non-specific headaches, TMJ; Jaw Tension and pain, Chronic Pain, and Back Pain associated with muscle spasticity
- Small Joint Injections
- Trigger Point Injections - tendons and sheath muscles
- Other Specialty Injections - Intercostal Injections, Injections for Medial and Lateral Epicondylitis (Golfers, Tennis Elbow), and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Safe Administration of Pharmaceuticals for Chronic Pain including drug contracts and detailed listing of safe, less addicting medications by group
- Diagnostic Imaging and Interpretation
Pain Pathologies Covered
- Osteoarthritis
- Herniated Nucleus Pulposus (HNP) - Herniation, Disc Bulge
- Spinal Stenosis
- Segmental Instability - Spondylolisthesis, Spondylolysis, Spondyloloptosis
- Degenerative Disc Disorders - Facet Arthritis, Osteophytes, Discogenic Pain
- Muscle/Joint Pain
- Chronic Pain
Diagnostic Testing Covered
- Spurling Test - nerve root compression
- Naffziger Test - nerve root compression evaluation
- Hoover's Test - non-organic back pain determination
- Sensory, Motor and DTR Tests
- Gaenslens Maneuver/Test - sciatica, spondyloarthritis
- Slump Test - neural tension, disc herniation
- Milgram's Test - nerve root irritation
- Bowstring Test - sciatic nerve injury
- Waddell Test - non-organic back pain
Pain Management Certification & CME Credits
Participants who complete the Interventional Pain Management Training Course will receive:
- 25.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ (CME Credits)
- Certificate of Completion from AAOPM
- Hands-on certification during live cadaver and fluoroscopy training
- Pathway to AAOPM Board Certification in Pain Management
After completing this training, you will be eligible for:
- AAOPM Board Certification in Pain Management
- Advanced Pain Management Procedures Training
- Certification Plaque (Call for details)
The American Academy of Procedural Medicine offers these pain management courses to help you become confident and have a full understanding in performing and integrating these new procedures after leaving the event. Besides the confidence you will gain from your pain management course and certification, you will also receive practical business training to become financially successful with these new services.
Pain Management Course Prerequisites
- Valid, unrestricted medical license (MD, DO, NP, PA, DC, PT)
- Understanding of basic spinal anatomy and injection safety
- Completion of course registration and pre-course materials
- Appropriate state scope of practice for interventional procedures
Pain Management Course Agenda
Day 1
Registration & Check-in
Check-in and registration.
Supplies & Medications Overview
Overview of essential supplies and medications used in pain management, including guidance on sourcing and patient-specific application, focusing on pharmacologic and corticosteroid options.
Spinal Anatomy
Detailed anatomy of the lower spine and sacroiliac region, emphasizing key anatomical landmarks for accurate needle placement. Neuroanatomical pathways and injection depth/safety will also be covered.
Lumbar Facet Joint Injections
Instruction on diagnostic and therapeutic lumbar facet joint injections using both palpation techniques and image guidance, including ultrasound and fluoroscopy methods.
Joint Aspiration & Injection Techniques
Joint aspiration and injection techniques for various joints: sacroiliac, shoulder, AC, hip, knee, and digits. Introduction to ultrasound and image-guided procedures.
Regenerative Therapies
Exploration of regenerative therapies like prolotherapy, PRP, botulinum toxin, and biologics for soft tissue conditions including neuropathies, scar tissue, and muscle spasticity.
Lumbar Spine Conditions
Identification and treatment options for lumbar spine conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, instability, spondylolysis/listhesis, and degenerative disc disease.
Fluoroscopy Introduction
Intro to fluoroscopy in pain management, covering pathology review, fluoroscopic imaging, needle targeting, radiation safety, dosage management, and standard protocols per NCRP guidelines.
Day 2
Day 2 Registration
Day two registration. Participants divided into small working groups.
Contrast Agents & Fluoroscopic Techniques
FDA-approved contrast agents used under fluoroscopy are reviewed. Fluoroscopic techniques for transforaminal epidurals, nerve root, and medial branch blocks are discussed.
Hands-On Cadaver Training
Hands-on practice using cadaveric or anatomical models. Training includes fluoroscopic guidance for lumbar and sacroiliac joint injections.
Chronic Pain Management
Clinical strategies for managing chronic pain and opioid prescriptions. Topics include patient assessment, medication alternatives, contracts, testing protocols, and legal requirements.
Medical Billing & Coding
Proper medical billing practices for procedures: facet joint injections, arthrocentesis, trigger point injections, and prolotherapy. Focus on coding accuracy and reimbursement guidelines.
Final Demonstrations & Certification
Live demonstration and final instructional session on trigger point and joint injections. Final certification in pain management awarded upon completion.
Optional Lab Session
Optional lab time for continued practice on cadaver or anatomical models. Extra training on image-guided lumbar and sacroiliac injections, as well as trigger point techniques.
Note: This is a summary agenda. The full course agenda will be emailed prior to your course date. Contact our office with any questions.
Pain Management Course Frequently Asked Questions
The AAOPM Interventional Pain Management Training Course costs $3,549. This includes hands-on training with cadavers and fluoroscopy, 25.25 CME credits, all course materials, and your Certificate of Completion.
Our Pain Management certification course is completed over 2 days (16 hours total). You will receive your Certificate of Completion immediately after successfully finishing the hands-on training and didactic components.
Yes. AAOPM is accredited by the ACCME (Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education). This course is approved for 25.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, recognized by medical boards nationwide.
Licensed medical professionals including Physicians (MD, DO), Nurse Practitioners (NP), Physician Assistants (PA), Chiropractors (DC), and Physical Therapists (PT) are eligible for this training.
The course covers spinal injections (facet joint, epidural, sacroiliac), large and small joint injections, trigger point injections, PRP therapy, viscosupplementation, fluoroscopy-guided procedures, and chronic pain management protocols.
No prior pain management experience is required. This course is designed to provide comprehensive training from foundational concepts to advanced injection techniques. Our expert instructors guide you through proper protocols and safety standards.
Yes! One-on-one fluoroscopy equipment training is included. You will learn fluoroscopic techniques for spinal injections, radiation safety protocols, and proper needle targeting under image guidance.
Yes, hands-on cadaver training is a key component of this course. You will perform spinal injections, joint injections, and trigger point procedures on human cadavers under expert supervision with fluoroscopy guidance.
AAOPM offers Pain Management certification courses in over 20 cities across the United States. Check our upcoming events calendar to find a course near you, or consider our livestream option for remote learning.
Yes! This course is open to Chiropractors (DC) and Physical Therapists (PT) in addition to MDs, DOs, NPs, and PAs. However, always verify your state's scope of practice regarding interventional pain management procedures.
Yes. Physicians who successfully complete the Pain Management Certification program can advance towards AAOPM Board Certification in Pain Management. Call our office to learn about the certification pathway and requirements.
AAOPM offers livestream training options for the didactic (lecture) portion of our courses. However, hands-on injection training with cadavers and fluoroscopy must be completed in-person to ensure proper technique development.
Ready to Add Interventional Pain Management to Your Practice?
Register now for the AAOPM Interventional Pain Management Training Course and take your first step toward offering high-demand pain management services.
Limited spots available for hands-on cadaver and fluoroscopy training. Secure your seat today!
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Board Certification Pathways
The American Academy of Procedural Medicine offers Board Certification Pathways for Physicians in Aesthetics, Functional Medicine, and Pain Management. AAOPM is proud to offer certification courses for physicians and nurses in New York, Las Vegas, Orlando, Chicago, Atlanta, Nashville, Los Angeles, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Fort Lauderdale, San Francisco and many other cities.
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