Pain therapy
Training


5 problems that our pain therapy training can solve for you:

  1. Unsure how to deal with complex pain patients?
    → You will receive clear, evidence-based strategies for the treatment of chronic pain - and gain confidence in everyday therapeutic practice.

  2. Low effectiveness of your previous therapy due to outdated or ineffective methods?
    → You only work with modern, scientifically sound concepts - without placebo or voodoo therapies.

  3. Do you find it difficult to get patients moving in the long term?
    → The "Activity First" principle teaches you to place activity and independence at the heart of your therapy.

  4. Lacking structure and concept for daily practice?
    → All modules systematically build on each other and combine physiology, psychosomatics and practical techniques into an immediately applicable overall concept.

  5. Isolation in therapeutic work?
    → You will be part of a strong community of pain therapists, receive regular live Q&As and can exchange ideas and network at any time.

  • Experience and topicality:

  • Over 25 years of specialized training in pain therapy with annually updated content

  • Flexible learning concept:

  • Combination of e-learning and face-to-face seminars (blended learning).

  • Work on theory flexibly from home; focus on practice in practical courses.

  • You can complete 100% of the training digitally if you are unable to attend the external training courses


  • clearly structured & practical:

  • Activity First: Promoting movement and activity among patients as a central goal.

  • Evidence-based: Orientation towards current scientific evidence and proven best-practice approaches.

  • Community: Exchange with other participants via a Telegram group and regular live Q&A sessions.

  • 4 basic courses (online) if you are only interested in theory

  • 10 courses for the complete knowledge of pain therapy

Have the detailed invitations to tender, contents and dates sent to you directly by email here

Florian Hockenholz Online courses 1

Basic courses

Start your pain therapy training with the 4 basic courses which you complete exclusively as an online course. Complete the courses 100% independent of time and place. Start your training today.

Hockenholz pain therapy and medical yoga

Practice courses

After the 4 online basic courses, complete the two practical courses and learn the examination and treatment techniques in practice. In addition to the training institutes, you can also complete the course live via Zoom.

Advanced courses

Following the basic courses, complete the 4 advanced courses. In addition to 3 practical courses, you will also complete a further online course.
You will complete the practical courses at the training institutes.

Contents of the training

  • Contents: Pain physiology, physiology of the limbic system, learning pain, phantom pain, nocebo & placebo, pain medication & therapy, pain medication & addiction, pain and society, social pain, differentiation of nociception - pain & suffering, pain & anxiety, basics of anxiety disorders and panic attacks, Assessment & standardized questionnaires, pain & depression, sleep - sleep disorders & pain, evidence-based pain therapy and 'voodoo therapy', chronification factors, headache, migraine, dizziness part 1, communication in conflicts, multimodal pain therapy in practice - rehabilitation & clinic, ...

  • Contents: Pain & connective tissue physiology, anatomy of trains, active vs. passive pain therapy, theory of gentle fascia therapy, theory and practice of myo-fascial therapy based on Typaldos, heel spurs and achillodynia, tendon disorders, intervertebral disc disorders, peripheral compression syndromes, arthrosis & rheumatism, introduction to yoga therapy of the Anatomy Trains, theory & practice of diaphragm therapy (pelvic floor & thoracic diaphragm), assessment & standardized questionnaires ...

  • Contents: Physiology of the autonomic nervous system, visceral differential diagnostics, flag system (red flags and others), spinal therapy procedures, chronic pain syndromes of the spine, neurogenic pain, ankylosing spondylitis, CRPS of the upper and lower extremities, theory of yoga therapy of the autonomic nervous system, non-specific digestive disorders; irritable bowel syndrome, functional heart complaints, modern sympathetic nervous system therapy, assessment & standardized questionnaires ...

  • Contents: Complex pain therapy, graded activity, graded exposure, pacing strategy, findings & documentation procedures according to ICF, assessment & standardized questionnaires, headache, migraine, dizziness part 2, fibromyalgia & myo-fascial pain syndromes, tumor pain, uro-gynecological pain syndromes & endometriosis, trigeminal neuralgia, resteless legs syndrome, CFS, long covid, ..., content and organizational preparation for the practice courses ...

  • Contents:
    Building on e-learning modules 1-4, this practical course provides you with in-depth knowledge of the relevant examination and treatment techniques.
    You will learn, among other things:

    • the practical application in fascial therapy,

    • the examination and treatment of segmental and peripheral compression syndromes,

    • the diagnosis and regulation of the vegetative-visceral system,

    • as well as many other manual therapy and body-oriented techniques.

    As you have already mastered the theoretical basics, the focus of this course is 100% on practical implementation - using concrete case studies from everyday therapeutic practice.

    In this part of the course we focus more on the 'hands-on' treatment.

    You can also complete this part of the course as e-learning if you would like to complete the entire training digitally.

  • Contents:
    Building on e-learning modules 1-4, this practical course provides you with in-depth knowledge of the relevant examination and treatment techniques.
    You will learn, among other things:

    • the practical application in fascial therapy,

    • the examination and treatment of segmental and peripheral compression syndromes,

    • the diagnosis and regulation of the vegetative-visceral system,

    • as well as many other manual therapy and body-oriented techniques.

    As you have already mastered the theoretical basics, the focus of this course is 100% on practical implementation - using concrete case studies from everyday therapeutic practice.

    In this part of the course we focus more on 'hands-on' treatment. We use many active therapy techniques such as fascia yoga, yoga and the nervous system, Pilates and modern training and exercise therapy.

    You can also complete this part of the course as e-learning if you want to complete the entire training digitally.

  • Not every health problem can be solved with hands-off methods alone. Sometimes targeted hands-on techniques are indispensable - especially on the joints of the pelvis and spine.
    In this course, you will gain the confidence you need to work manually on complex pain patients while effectively supporting them in their activities.

  • In this e-learning course, you can expect exciting insights into the world of psychosomatics.
    Together we will explore the background and treatment strategies for depression, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, addictive behavior and other psychosomatic clinical pictures.
    You will develop a sound understanding of active therapy approaches and will be specifically prepared for the next practical course, in which we will put the methods we have learned into practice together.

    A special focus is placed on the powerful techniques of mindfulness, breathwork and meditation - tools that will enrich both your therapeutic work and your personal development in the long term.
    Look forward to an intensive, practical and inspiring learning experience!

    You can also complete this part of the course as e-learning if you would like to complete the entire training digitally.

  • Building on the content of the previous course, we will now actively devote ourselves to practical work in the field of psychosomatics.
    The focus is on effective, active therapy concepts that can be used flexibly in both individual treatment and group work.
    In addition, you will learn about basic regulating measures from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) - valuable impulses for holistic therapy work.

    Look forward to a course that combines theory and practice in a lively way and allows you to grow noticeably in your therapeutic competence!

  • In the final course module, we bring together everything you have worked on over the past few months.
    We weave the individual modules into a practical, clearly structured overall concept that you can use confidently and confidently in everyday therapeutic practice.

    This course is more than just a degree - it is the moment when knowledge becomes real competence.
    After the course, you have the opportunity to take your final exam online and officially complete your training.
    A new chapter begins: as a pain therapist, with sound knowledge, practical experience and a strong therapeutic attitude.

Special pain therapy training on La Gomera

You start with the four basic courses in e-learning - flexibly, at any time and immediately (start today!).
The two practical modules take place from 03.11. to 13.11.2025 on La Gomera.

When winter is already setting in in Germany, you can expect sun, warmth and a fantastic backdrop on La Gomera.
We spend most of our training days directly on the beach - with practice, exchange and exercise. During the breaks, we go for a swim in the sea and in the evening we enjoy Spanish cuisine... and maybe a glass of wine or two. 🍷

Good to know: Course fees, flight, ferry, accommodation and meals are tax-deductible.

  • You fly to Tenerife South - there are several daily connections from almost all cities in the DACH region.

    From the airport, the "Mesabus" will take you directly to the harbor.
    There you can board the ferry to La Gomera - and enjoy the first sunshine and a cool drink on deck.

    After the crossing, a second bus will be waiting to take you on an impressive route through the mountains directly to Valle Gran Rey - the place where our course takes place.

    Vacation feeling included. 🌴

  • In Valle Gran Rey you will find numerous charming accommodations via Airbnb - the closer to the beach, the better your start to the day.
    If you want a little more comfort, we recommend the Hotel Gran Rey or the Hotel Playa La Calera - both are located right by the sea and offer a relaxed atmosphere with hotel service.

  • The course is guaranteed to take place - even if there are only two of us on the beach.

    Classes run daily from 09:00 to 13:00.
    Afterwards you have time for yourself - to reflect, continue learning or simply enjoy:
    Join me on a boat trip to see whales and dolphins, or let me show you the most beautiful places on my island home.

    We meet up again for dinner at the latest in one of the many cozy restaurants - to chat, laugh and enjoy.

Pain driver's license

This online course is designed for you - and above all for your patients.

In over 4 hours, I impart all the knowledge about pain that I give my patients in the first treatment sessions - in a compact, understandable and practical way.

🧭 General questions about training

I have never completed an online course before - can I test the course?
Yes, you can complete a free beginner's course here. Just take a look at how our online courses work.
Here you can take the free online course here.

Who is this pain therapy training suitable for?
This training is aimed at physiotherapists, occupational therapists and other medical-therapeutic professionals who want to deepen their expertise in evidence-based pain treatment.

Can I take part if I am not (yet) working in the practice?
Yes - the training is also suitable for those starting or returning to work. E-learning gives you the opportunity to start flexibly.

How long does the entire training course take?
The basic training course lasts approx. 6 - 12 months, depending on the pace of learning. The complete training (incl. advanced training) is designed to take around 18 - 24 months - but can be customized.

Must the order of the courses be adhered to?
The order of the courses should be adhered to. However, the order can also be changed in the event of illness. If you want to start with the practical courses, you should have completed the basic courses two and three beforehand, as this is the basis for the practical treatment technique. However, with a little ambition, it is also possible to change the sequence.

Where can I see the exact content and where can I get the current dates for the practical courses?
You can simply have all the information sent to you by email here. Click on this link, enter your e-mail address and 5-10 minutes later you will receive an e-mail with the dates.

Every 14 days, Florian Hockenholz holds a small pain workshop on a different evening. Can I take part and how much does this workshop cost?
Yes, as a participant in the pain therapy training you can take part in these events free of charge. Simply click on this link to register. If you would like to take part in the course free of charge, you will need a voucher code. Simply send us an e-mail and we will send you the access code.

Can I talk to you on the phone? I would like to discuss some questions in person.
Yes - that's no problem at all. Just click on the link here and choose an appointment from my telephone calendar. I will then call you at the agreed time.

💻 Questions about the learning format (e-learning & attendance)

How does the blended learning concept work?
You learn the theory online in short, structured modules - supplemented by live Zoom workshops. The practical part is taught in compact face-to-face courses (or live online seminars). Each of our online chapters lasts a maximum of 20 minutes and can therefore be perfectly integrated into everyday life.

Do I have to travel to the face-to-face modules?
No - there is also the option of completing the practical modules online (live via Zoom). Alternatively, you can choose a location that suits you. You can have the dates sent to you by e-mail here.

How much time should I plan per week?
This is individual. For the e-learning modules, we recommend approx. 2-10 hours per week, divided into many small 20-minute sections, or compactly in 2-3 hours at a time - you determine your own pace.

📜 C ertification & graduation

Is there a certificate?
Yes. After completing the modules, you will receive a certificate for the basic or advanced training. If you pass the exam, you will also receive the title "Specialist Pain Therapist" or "Pain Physiotherapist".

Is the training recognized?
The content is based on current evidence-based guidelines and the requirements of statutory health insurance physicians (e.g. in relation to multimodal pain therapy). Recognition may vary depending on the region.

💰 Costs & booking

Can I book individual modules?
Yes - you can book basic courses, the two practical courses and the four advanced courses as a block directly with us. This may be different at the training institute.

Are there any discounts or installment payment options?
Of course, you can pay for each course individually, or in up to 30 monthly installments when booking via our website with Klarna. Occasionally there are also discounted package prices for complete bookings. We offer students and trainees a 25% discount on online basic courses.

🌱 Contents & development

What distinguishes this training from other pain training courses?
The focus is on an active, relationship-oriented approach ("Activity First"), combined with a modern view of pain development, bodywork and support for patients at eye level.

What role does yoga play in the training?
We often use yoga for the activity-based approach to pain therapy training. It is important to note that these modules can be carried out by any therapist without yoga knowledge and also by seriously ill patients without any problems. You do not need any special yoga knowledge for this training.