MT 115L - Trigger Point Therapy Lab

Acceptance into the 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.