Battlefield Acupuncture (BFA)

January 29, 2026 to January 30, 2026

The purpose of this presentation/activity is for medical practitioners to become trained and certified in Battlefield Acupuncture to extend their pain management capabilities. At the end of this training the medical practitioners who attend will be able to independently follow the BFA protocol and place ASP needles in the five points on bilateral ears to help Soldiers effectively manage their pain.

Target Audience

This activity provides continuing education for physician associates/physician assistants, physical therapists and physical therapist assistants. A certificate of attendance is available for other attendees.

Learning Objectives

  1. Describe the potential impact of incorporating Battlefield Acupuncture (BFA) into clinical practice.
  2. Outline the five-point placements utilized in Battlefield Acupuncture.
  3. Demonstrate understanding of the Battlefield Acupuncture clinical protocols.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 4.00 AAPA

    DHA J-7 CEPO has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 4.00 hours of AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until Thursday, February 19, 2026 - 11:59pm ET. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

  • 4.00 APTA

    DHA, J-7, CEPO is an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Approved Provider of continuing education. This activity was planned by and for the health care team, and learners will receive 0.4 APTA CEUs. The assignment of APTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by APTA. APTA CEUs are accepted by most state PT licensing boards. Learners are encouraged to check with their local chapter or state board to ensure that they accept APTA accredited courses for licensure renewal.

  • 4.00 Attendance
Course opens: 
01/22/2026
Course expires: 
02/19/2026
Event starts: 
01/29/2026 - 11:00pm EST
Event ends: 
01/30/2026 - 3:00am EST
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Oahu, HI
United States

LTC Michelle Nordstrom. Presenter has no relevant financial or non-financial relationship(s) relating to the course content or with ineligible companies to disclose.

CPT Ryan Savage. Presenter has no relevant financial or non-financial relationship(s) relating to the course content or with ineligible companies to disclose.

CPT Alec Oconnell. Presenter has no relevant financial or non-financial relationship(s) relating to the course content or with ineligible companies to disclose.

Disclosure: DHA J-7 staff, planners, authors, faculty, and content reviewers for this educational activity have no relevant financial or non-financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Available Credit

  • 4.00 AAPA

    DHA J-7 CEPO has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 4.00 hours of AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until Thursday, February 19, 2026 - 11:59pm ET. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

  • 4.00 APTA

    DHA, J-7, CEPO is an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Approved Provider of continuing education. This activity was planned by and for the health care team, and learners will receive 0.4 APTA CEUs. The assignment of APTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by APTA. APTA CEUs are accepted by most state PT licensing boards. Learners are encouraged to check with their local chapter or state board to ensure that they accept APTA accredited courses for licensure renewal.

  • 4.00 Attendance
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Requirements: CE/CME certificates are awarded to participants who fully complete the activity, successfully submit the evaluation survey, and pass the posttest. The deadline to claim credit is Feb 19, 2026.

Access Code: Some activities require an access code to register or claim credit. Please contact the organization providing the activity for the access code. The Continuing Education Program Office (CEPO) does not provide access codes.

Accommodations: Please contact the course instructor to inquire about accommodations. For additional accommodation requests and/or technical support, email [email protected].

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