Hands-on Pain Education (HOPE) is a transformative course designed for practising clinicians who want to advance their skills in integrating manual therapy, breathing, and pain science education into their clinical practice.

The HOPE course is a comprehensive two-day program designed for physiotherapists and manual therapists seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in managing pain through a hands-on, experiential approach. Led by Noigroup Director Luke Bongiorno, this course provides a unique opportunity to delve into the intricate world of pain, focusing on active delivery of pain education, exposure, emotional regulation, and practical (breathing) techniques.

Who is this course for:

Practising clinicians (especially physiotherapists/ physical therapists) and manual therapists with an interest in pain neuroscience education (PNE) and hands-on, experiential tools for treatment.

What you'll get

• Comprehensive understanding of pain:
  Explore the multidimensional aspects of pain, including its physical, emotional, and cognitive components.
  Gain insights into the neurobiology of pain and lits implications for effective therapeutic interventions.

• Hands-on techniques for pain treatment:
  Develop practical skills in manual therapy and hands-on techniques to address a range of pain conditions.
  Gain specific hands-on methods to assess and alleviate pain, promoting a pragmatic approach to patient care.

• Breathing techniques for bodily control:
  Explore the role of breathwork in pain modulation and stress reduction.

• Learn and practice exercises that can be integrated into patient care plans for enhanced pain control.
  

Luke Bongiorno
PT, MCMT, NOI Director

Originally an Australian physiotherapy graduate, Luke has practiced in the USA for the past 27 years. Luke quickly became one of New York City's most prominent physical therapists. Believing strongly in education being fundamental in optimizing patient recovery and performance, he practices a

'hands-on' approach combining advanced manual skills with neuromuscular/exercise and education.

Luke's extensive experience in acute and chronic pain and sports injuries has led to affiliations in the clinical education programs of Columbia University and Touro College. He treats professional and Olympic athletes, touring dance company members, and consults to the NBA. He recently was the lead author for "Pain Mechanisms in Sport" which has been distributed to all NBA, WNBA, and G-league teams.

Dates: May 16-17, 2026

Times: Saturday: 9am-5pm & Sunday: 9am-5pm

Cost: $575 per person

Location: KNOSIS - 7 West 22nd, 8th Floor, NYC

We look forward to seeing you soon!

For more information or questions, visit noigroup.com