Healing Through Trigger Point Therapy

9 Hours CE/CPD | Online Course with Jonathan Kuttner, DPT

Trigger point therapy is about far more than applying pressure to painful areas. Effective treatment requires an understanding of pain referral, tissue adaptation, movement dysfunction, and the factors that allow symptoms to persist over time.

Healing Through Trigger Points is a comprehensive online course designed to help rehabilitation professionals develop a deeper understanding of trigger point therapy, myofascial pain, referred pain patterns, and chronic musculoskeletal dysfunction.

Presented by Jonathan Kuttner, DPT, this course combines trigger point anatomy video tutorials, a comprehensive workbook, and a structured Clinical Companion Course to create a practical learning pathway that connects theory, assessment, and clinical application.

Course Overview

Across this 9-hour CE/CPD course, participants will explore the mechanisms behind trigger point formation, referred pain patterns, fascial relationships, movement compensation strategies, and the perpetuating factors that contribute to persistent symptoms.

Rather than focusing solely on treatment techniques, the course examines the broader clinical picture surrounding trigger point therapy, helping practitioners understand why symptoms develop, why they recur, and how trigger points interact with movement, posture, fascia, and nervous system sensitization.

Participants will develop a stronger understanding of how trigger point therapy can be integrated into modern rehabilitation and manual therapy practice while maintaining a focus on clinical reasoning and whole-person care.

Supported by video tutorials, a comprehensive workbook, a structured Clinical Companion Course, lesson quizzes, final examination, certificate of completion, and lifetime access, this course provides a thorough foundation in trigger point therapy and myofascial pain management.

What You Will Learn

Topic Focus Trigger Point Formation Understanding how trigger points develop, persist, and contribute to dysfunction Referred Pain Patterns Recognising common referral patterns throughout the body and their clinical implications Fascia & Movement Compensation Exploring the relationship between fascia, movement patterns, and kinetic chain dysfunction Chronic Pain & Sensitization Understanding the connection between trigger points, persistent pain, and nervous system adaptation Perpetuating Factors Identifying the influences that allow symptoms to return or remain unresolved Clinical Integration Applying trigger point therapy within a modern rehabilitation and manual therapy framework

Course Content

The course combines trigger point anatomy, referral patterns, myofascial pain science, movement dysfunction, clinical reasoning, and practical rehabilitation concepts to create a comprehensive learning experience.

Module Focus Foundations of Trigger Point Therapy Understanding trigger point development, physiology, and clinical significance Referral Patterns & Myofascial Pain Recognising referred pain patterns and common trigger point presentations Fascia, Movement & Compensation Examining how movement dysfunction and fascial relationships influence symptoms Chronic Pain Mechanisms Exploring sensitization, persistent pain, and the broader clinical picture Perpetuating Factors & Recovery Barriers Understanding why symptoms return and how contributing factors influence outcomes Modern Clinical Application Integrating trigger point therapy into rehabilitation, manual therapy, and patient-centred care

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for massage therapists, manual therapists, physiotherapists, physical therapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, athletic trainers, sports therapists, rehabilitation professionals, and other qualified practitioners working with muscular pain and movement dysfunction.

It is particularly relevant for professionals treating chronic tension, referred pain, headaches, shoulder dysfunction, low back pain, hip pain, lower limb complaints, movement restrictions, and persistent myofascial symptoms.

About Jonathan Kuttner

Dr. Jonathan Kuttner, DPT, is an internationally respected chronic pain specialist and educator known for his extensive work in trigger point therapy and myofascial pain management.

In recognition of his contribution to the profession, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association of Myofascial Trigger Point Therapists (NAMTPT).

His teaching combines decades of clinical experience with a deep understanding of pain science, helping practitioners bridge the gap between trigger point therapy, rehabilitation, and modern clinical reasoning.

Included With This Course

Included Details Video Tutorials Trigger point anatomy and clinical demonstrations presented by Jonathan Kuttner, DPT Course Workbook Comprehensive reference text covering trigger point theory, referral patterns, and clinical concepts Clinical Companion Course Structured lessons connecting workbook concepts and video learning into a practical framework Lesson Quizzes Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course Final Exam Assessment included for course completion Certificate 9 Hours CE/CPD following successful completion Lifetime Access Study at your own pace and revisit the material whenever required

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This course has been approved for continuing education by numerous professional boards and associations worldwide. Scroll sideways to find your board or association.

Course: Healing Through Trigger Point Therapy
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9 Alabama Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours
9 Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
9 Alaska Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
9 Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
9 Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Arkansas Board of Massage Approved Hours
9 Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) Approved Hours
9 Australian Traditional Medicine Society Approved Hours
9 Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) Approved Hours
9 Canadian Athletic Trainers Association (CATA) Approved Hours
3.6 Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA) Approved Hours
6 CEU/CPD Self-Cert Approved Hours
9 Chiropractic Board of Australia Approved Hours
9 College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC) Approved Hours
9 College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB) Approved Hours
9 College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland and Labrador (CMTNL) Approved Hours
4.5 College of Massage Therapists Ontario (CMTO) Approved Hours
9 College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) Approved Hours
9 Connecticut Board of Chiropractors Approved Hours
9 Connecticut Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Deleware Board of Massage and Bodywork Approved Hours
9 Distrcit of Columbia Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Florida Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Georgia Board of Massage Therapy *General* Approved Hours
9 Georgia Board of Nursing *General* Approved Hours
9 Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
9 Indiana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Iowa Board of Chiropractic Approved Hours
9 Iowa Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
9 Kansas Chiropractic Association Approved Hours
9 Maine Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Maryland Board of Massage Therapy Examiners Approved Hours
9 Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS) Approved Hours
9 Massage Therapy Assc of Manitoba (MTAM) Approved Hours
9 Massage Therapy Assc of Saskatchewan (MTAS) Approved Hours
9 Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy (MSBMT) Approved Hours
9 Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage Approved Hours
9 Missouri State Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours
9 Montana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Approved Hours
9 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Approved Hours
9 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - New York (NCBTMB-NY) Approved Hours
9 Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) Approved Hours
9 Nebraska Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours
9 Nevada Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
9 New Hampshire Advisory Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
9 New Jersey Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours
9 North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours
9 North Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Ohio Chiropractic Board Approved Hours
9 Oklahoma Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Oregon Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours
9 Oregon Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
9 Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Prince Edward Island Massage Therapy Association (PEIMTA) Approved Hours
9 Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO) Approved Hours
9 South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel Approved Hours
9 South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
9 Tennessee Board of Massage Licensure Approved Hours
9 Virginia Department of Health Professions (Massage Therapy) Approved Hours
9 Washington Board of Massage Approved Hours
9 Washington Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours
9 West Virginia Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours
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Approval requirements can change. Please confirm acceptance with your own board, association, employer, or regulatory authority before registration.

Healing Through Trigger Points

Professional Reviews & Feedback

The reviews below represent feedback provided by students and practitioners through Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me.

★★★★★ 4.7 average rating across reviews collected via Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me

“Dr. Jonathan Kuttner brings decades of experience to this course. The explanations around trigger point pain were outstanding.”

Veronica M., LMT

“One of the most comprehensive trigger point courses I have completed. The material was practical and clinically useful.”

Ciaran R., Sports Therapist

“The course helped me connect trigger points, referred pain, and functional movement in a much clearer way.”

Adriana V., RMT

“Dr. Kuttner explains complex pain patterns with remarkable clarity. I learned something useful in every lesson.”

Fadi J., PT

“The practical demonstrations were excellent and helped me refine both assessment and treatment techniques.”

Lucille K., Massage Therapist

“I appreciated how the course balanced clinical reasoning with hands-on application.”

Morten E., Manual Therapist

“The sections on referred pain patterns were especially valuable. They immediately changed how I assess clients.”

Ishani P., LMT

“A thoughtful and well-organised course that strengthened my understanding of trigger point therapy.”

Karol S., DC

“The case examples made it much easier to understand how trigger points contribute to common pain presentations.”

Sabrina T., RMT

“The course gave me a more systematic approach to identifying and treating trigger points.”

Mark C., ATC

“Dr. Kuttner’s teaching style is engaging and highly informative. The material never felt overwhelming.”

Yvette L., Massage Therapist

“I found the combination of anatomy, pain science, and hands-on treatment particularly effective.”

Radek H., PTA

“The course provided a much deeper understanding of why trigger point treatment can be so effective for certain clients.”

Genevieve B., LMT

“The muscle-specific discussions were practical and directly relevant to clinical practice.”

Nasser F., Sports Therapist

“This training helped me improve both my assessment process and my confidence in treatment planning.”

Tereza D., RMT

“I appreciated the emphasis on understanding pain patterns rather than simply memorising locations.”

Eamon W., OT

“The course helped me see trigger points as part of a broader clinical picture rather than an isolated technique.”

Marisol A., Manual Therapist

“A highly worthwhile course for therapists who want to strengthen their understanding of musculoskeletal pain.”

Takao Q., LMT

“The demonstrations were professional, clear, and easy to apply in practice.”

Gianni G., Massage Therapist

“This course has become one of my most valuable resources for understanding trigger point therapy and referred pain.”

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