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HMI is now enrolling for a new VIRTUAL course focused on three common problems in clinical practice – Depression, Allergy, and Low Back Pain.

This course continues our popular series on common problems. Depression, low back pain, and allergy complaints are each increasingly common worldwide, carrying major economic and quality-of-life burdens. Medications and standard interventions can be helpful, but outcomes are variable, benefits are sometimes modest, and side effects frequently limit treatment options. 

In this evidence-informed program, we will explore how acupuncture can enhance conventional approaches by addressing underlying mechanisms, including neuroendocrine regulation, inflammatory signaling, mast cell activation, pain modulation, and the interaction between classical theory and modern neuroanatomy.

The faculty will discuss current peer-reviewed research and show how to translate the evidence into practical clinical decision making. The course will examine common depression subtypes, the role of acupuncture in regulating mast cell activity in allergic conditions, and a more precise approach to low back pain based on specific anatomic pathologies. Point specific treatment strategies will be offered throughout. 

By the end of the course, you will have a deeper understanding of these high-impact conditions and a stronger framework for improving clinical outcomes with acupuncture. 

Please join us for this clinically relevant and widely-applicable course!

The course will be presented in two parts:

Part I: Streaming Video Lectures
HMI teaching faculty have prepared a series of video lectures totaling 3.5 hours. These video lectures will be available for streaming online at your convenience beginning September 18.

Part II: Live Webinar
On Saturday October 17, 2026, from 7:30-9:00am PT (10:30am-12:00pm ET), a live webinar will be presented featuring a panel of HMI faculty for additional discussion and Q&A.

This course offers 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Not able to attend the webinar live? Course enrollment is still available to you! The webinar will be recorded and course activities can be completed up to six weeks later (through November 29) for CME credit. Full course content will be available for 12 months. 

This continuing medical education activity is designed for medical providers with at least an introductory-level background in medical acupuncture (i.e. 200-hours or more of prior training).

Course topics include:

• Depression
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Dysthymia
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder
  • Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
• Allergy
  • Acupuncture regulation of mast cell function
  • Asthma
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Atopic Dermatitis
  • Alpha-Gal Syndrome
• Low Back Pain
  • PENS variations and PENS-Periosteal
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Facet Arthropathy
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • HNP
  • SI joint disfunction
  • Myofascial pain syndromes

Pre-recorded video lectures (3.5 hours) will be available beginning on September 18, 2026. You will hear directly from HMI staff on September 18 with video access if your registration is completed prior to this date. For registrations completed September 18 and later, please allow up to 48 hours after registration for HMI staff to provide video access to you.

The live webinar will take place via ZOOM on Saturday October 17 from 7:30-9:00am PT / 10:30am-12:00pm ET. The link for the webinar will be provided at the same time as Part 1 video access.

This virtual course is designed to allow for maximum flexibility for busy schedules. If you are unable to attend the Part 2 webinar portion live at the scheduled time, you can still enroll! A recording of the webinar will be available and activities can be completed up to six weeks later (through November 29) for CME credit. Full course content is available for an additional 12 months.

Course tuition is $350.

Course tuition includes pre-recorded video lectures, downloadable course handouts, attendance at the live Q&A webinar, CME certificate, and access to the videos & webinar recording for 12 months.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).  Helms Medical Institute is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  Helms Medical Institute designates this online activity for a maximum of 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

A CME certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the entirety of the course. No partial credit will be issued. No credits will be issued after six weeks following the conclusion of the course (November 29).