Description: Clinical Foundations of Trigger Point Therapy provides massage and manual therapy professionals with a structured introduction to myofascial trigger points, referred-pain patterns and their relationship to movement dysfunction. The course examines trigger-point development, common perpetuating factors, pain sensitization and practical considerations for integrating trigger-point principles into scope-appropriate assessment and treatment planning.

Objectives: Describe the defining characteristics and common classifications of myofascial trigger points. Identify common trigger-point locations and associated referred-pain patterns. Explain how posture, movement, fascia and sensitization may influence trigger-point symptoms. Recognize common factors that may contribute to the development or persistence of trigger points. Develop a scope-appropriate treatment plan incorporating assessment findings, trigger-point principles and client-specific considerations.

Presenter(s): Jonathan Kuttner, DPT

Status: Active

Activity Difficulty Level: Essential

Domains:

• Assessment
• Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Risk Reduction
• Wellness and Health Literacy
• Therapeutic Intervention

Format: Virtual Asynchronous - On Demand

Dual Credentials and JA: Athletic Trainers Only, Chiropractors, Nursing Professionals, Occupational Therapy Professionals, Physical Therapy Professionals

Start Date & Time: 10/14/2026 03:21 PM CDT

End Date & Time: 10/21/2028 03:22 PM CDT

Cost: $0.00

CEUs: 7