MT 115L - Trigger Point Therapy Lab

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

Acceptance into a Massage Therapy program, or permission of Instructor.

Corequisite(s):

MT 115

Course Description: Provides instruction in the understanding of trigger points, the anatomical locations of the muscles that have trigger points and techniques to treat them. Hands-on application is required.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Map out trigger points using anatomical charts and learn palpation to locate and apply trigger point therapy to relevant muscles in the body to provide relief of pain. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#2: Identify common areas of pain in the body and referred pain patterns utilizing sanitation, hygiene and draping for client comfort and safety.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring two sheets and a pillowcase.

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (20) and a standard RCC delivery of (22) lecture-lab hours per term, not to exceed (24) hours per term.