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Pain Management Training

Joint & Extremity
Injection Training

Master non-spinal joint injections for shoulder, hip, knee, and sacroiliac joints. Learn trigger point therapy, viscosupplementation, and specialty injection techniques for common pain conditions.

1-Day Course Hands-On Training 6.75 CME Credits

Course Investment

$1,299

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ACCME Accredited
20,000+ Graduates
25+ US Locations

6.75

CME Credits

AMA PRA Category 1

1-Day

Intensive Course

Comprehensive Training

Hands-On

Anatomical Models

Expert Supervision

25+

US Locations

Nationwide

Course Overview

Joint & Extremity Injection Course Overview

Primary care physicians frequently encounter patients suffering from painful joint and extremity conditions. Many of these conditions can be treated easily in-office with minimal risk and maximum reward. Adding joint and extremity injections to your practice will earn extra income, differentiate you from competitors, and improve patient outcomes.

This comprehensive course covers shoulder, hip, knee, and sacroiliac joint injections, trigger point therapy, viscosupplementation, prolotherapy, and specialty injections for sports and work-related injuries. Learn proper technique, patient assessment, and billing protocols.

Our board-certified physician faculty will teach you the clinical pearls and real-world techniques used in successful pain management practices across the country.

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Hands-On Training

Flexible Training Options

Choose Your Learning Format

Whether you prefer hands-on training with expert supervision or the convenience of remote learning, we have a format that fits your schedule.

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In-Person Training

Get hands-on experience with joint injection techniques using anatomical models under expert supervision. Practice proper needle placement and injection protocols.

  • Hands-on practice with anatomical models
  • Direct faculty supervision & feedback
  • 25+ locations nationwide
  • Network with fellow practitioners
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Remote Option

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
  • Complete didactic portion remotely
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Eligible Medical Professionals

Who can perform Joint Injections?

This course is designed for licensed medical professionals looking to add interventional pain procedures to their practice.

Important Information

Joint injection procedures require appropriate licensure and training. Always verify your state's scope of practice regarding interventional pain management procedures.

Course Information

About the Joint Injection Course

Everything you need to know about our comprehensive joint and extremity injection training program.

Joint Injection Training Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, attendees will be able to:

  1. Patient Evaluation and Diagnosis

    Evaluate patient conditions, perform functional testing, and review imaging studies to formulate diagnoses. Identify acute, sub-acute, and chronic pain conditions and discuss treatment options with patients.

  2. Large and Small Joint Injections

    Observe and safely perform small, medium, and large bursa injections including HA viscosupplementation for arthritis of the shoulder and knee.

  3. Soft Tissue and Trigger Point Injections

    Observe and safely perform soft tissue injections (trigger points) for various tendinopathies and pain conditions including referred pain injection points and prolotherapy.

  4. Specialty Injection Techniques

    Learn techniques for common pain pathologies: Golfer's Elbow, Tennis Elbow, Plantar Fasciitis, Carpal Tunnel, De Quervain's, and Bursitis of knee, shoulder, foot, and hip.

  5. Billing, Coding, and Practice Integration

    Understand guidelines for interventional pain management including ICD-10 and CPT coding, as well as cash-basis services for PRP, amniotic products, and other biologics.

Course Details

The AAOPM Non-Spinal Injection course provides comprehensive training in trigger point injections, large and small bursa injections, and specific pain pathologies encountered in clinical practice. You will receive detailed protocols, injection diagrams, and review all medications used for procedures.

The course focuses on the "palpatory" approach to injection therapies using anatomical models for placement accuracy. We cover all standard of care considerations, billing and coding requirements, and follow-up care protocols. Diagnostic injections and functional tests are taught to confirm pain pathologies.

Injection Procedures Covered:

  • Shoulder, Hip, Knee Injections
  • Sacroiliac Joint Injections
  • Trigger Point Injections
  • AC Joint Injections
  • Tennis & Golfer's Elbow
  • De Quervain's Treatment
  • Carpal Tunnel Options
  • Trochanteric Bursa
  • Prepatellar Bursa
  • Pes Bursa Injections

The hands-on workshop is taught by Board-Certified Physicians with years of pain management experience who will teach you the clinical pearls and real-world expectations from these procedures.

Certification & CME Credits

Participants who complete the Joint & Extremity Injection Course will receive:

  • 6.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ (CME Credits)
  • Certificate of Completion from AAOPM
  • Hands-on certification during practical training session
  • Pathway to AAOPM Board Certification in Pain Management

After completing this training, you will be eligible for advanced certifications including:

  • Advanced Pain Management Certification
  • Ultrasound-Guided Injection Certification
  • Regenerative Medicine Certification

Prerequisites & Requirements

To attend this course, participants must hold one of the following credentials:

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) with valid state license
  • Physician Assistant (PA) with valid state license
  • Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) - scope varies by state

Recommended Companion Courses

This workshop pairs well with our Advanced Pain Management Training and Ultrasound-Guided Injection courses for comprehensive pain management certification.

All attendees must provide proof of licensure at registration. International medical graduates may attend with valid credentials.

Course Agenda

8:30–8:45am

Registration & Orientation

Check-in and receive course materials.

9:00–9:45am

Overview of Interventional Pain Management

Introduction to joint injections, trigger points, viscosupplementation, and biologics including PRP and amniotic products.

9:45–11:00am

Pain Assessment and Diagnosis

Musculoskeletal disorders, referred neurological pain, myofascial disorders, contraindications, and medications.

11:15am–12:30pm

Large Joint Injections & Viscosupplementation

Corticoid steroids, anti-inflammatories, injection techniques for major joints.

1:30–3:00pm

Prolotherapy, Biologics & Trigger Points

PRP, amniotic products, proliferant therapy, and soft tissue injection training.

3:15–3:45pm

Billing & Coding Review

Documentation requirements, ICD-10 and CPT codes, Q&A session.

3:45–5:00pm

Hands-On Practical Session

Small group breakout with anatomical models. Practice injection techniques under expert supervision.

Note: This is a summary agenda. The full agenda will be emailed prior to your course date.

Your Investment, Your Future

The Business of Pain Management: Your ROI

Joint injections are one of the most in-demand procedures in primary care. See how quickly you can recoup your investment.

Industry Outlook

Growing Demand for Joint Injections

With an aging population and increased focus on non-surgical pain relief, joint injection procedures are more in-demand than ever. Primary care physicians who offer these services see significant practice growth.

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Americans with Arthritis

90%

Patient
Satisfaction

3-4

Sessions per Patient

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