MT 1 & MT 2

Course objectives

Upon completion of the MT 1 & MT 2 course, participants will ...

• understand the basic scientific background of the myofascial pain syndrome and trigger points.
• be able to identify the selected muscles of the upper half of the body and lower half of the body by surface anatomy, palpation and by function. They will also understand their clinical symptoms and perpetuating factors.
• be able to identify the features of trigger points by physical examination and apply this knowledge to the selected muscles of the upper half of the body and lower half of the body.
• understand the specific indications and contraindications of manual trigger point therapy.
• be able to perform manual trigger point therapy for the selected muscles of the upper half of the body and of the lower half of the body.
• understand the possible side effects and complications of manual trigger point therapy and will be able to react appropriately.
• have updated their anatomy skills and knowledge.
• have updated their knowledge about research in the field of myofascial pain syndrome and trigger points.