MT 115 - Trigger Point Therapy

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

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

Corequisite(s):

MT 115L

Course Description: Provides history and instruction in trigger point therapy, the anatomical locations of the muscles that have trigger points, their pain referral patterns and techniques to treat them.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Identify the history and theory of trigger point therapy. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#2: Identify differing trigger point therapy techniques and when each is appropriate to incorporate into treatment.

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

Course Meeting Hours Type: Lecture
Course meeting hours minimum: 10
Course meeting hours standard: 11
Course meeting hours maximum: 12

ACTI Code, Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory