Rapid Release of Trigger Points: Manage Pain & Tension While Saving Your Hands

People present with numerous painful, tense areas of consistent muscle tension that limit their mobility and function. Poor posture, faulty habits, traumas and strains to the neuromuscular system contributes to those reactive tight ropy bands of abnormal muscle contraction known as trigger points (TPs). TPs contribute to neck pain, headaches, back pain and activity limitation or functional disability. The cause of TPs is often overlooked, or simply not addressed, as therapists try to compress them away, only to find they return right after the session. In this live interactive webinar learn wh...Read moreat defines a trigger point, what it represents in the neuromotor system, how to document, and how to use a variety of techniques to manage them for more successful clinical outcomes. Turn happy clients into raving fans! Less...

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the etiology of trigger points.
  • Document evaluation of trigger points in the medical record correctly.
  • Demonstrate 3 interventions to reduce the painful sensitivity and tension associated with trigger points.
  • Discuss current evidence for the effectiveness of trigger point management, using myofascial, positional and reflex release techniques.

Target Audience

This live interactive webinar is intended for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Occupational Therapy Assistants, Chiropractors, and Massage Therapists (PT, PTA, OT, COTA, DC, LMT).

Learning Levels

  • Beginner to Intermediate

Friday, February 17, 2023

Live Interactive Webinar

11:00 AM EST - 01:00 PM EST

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EARN 2 CE Credit Hours

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Agenda

11:00am - 12:00pm Introduction, etiology and evaluation of trigger points

12:00pm - 12:50pm Discuss current evidence and interventions of trigger point management

12:50pm - 1:00pm Q&A, closing

CE Information - Earn 2 CE Credit Hours

CE Approvals

New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy
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Texas Physical Therapy Association
This activity has been approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 2 CCUs for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 76980TX.
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
The Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners does not approve or preapprove continuing education activities. Please make sure to check the OT rules to verify and ensure you have met the requirements and that the activity falls under one of the categories of education in §367.2. Licensees are responsible for choosing CE that meets requirements as per Chapter 367.
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315
Ohio Physical Therapy Association
This course is approved by the Ohio Physical Therapy Association for PTs and PTAs. OPTA approval number 23S0802
Michigan Board of Physical Therapy
The Michigan Board of Physical Therapy accepts continuing education programs if approved by another state board of physical therapy. This continuing education activity is approved for the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy based on the approval by the New York State Board of Physical Therapy Approval.
Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice
CE Learning Systems, LLC is approved by the Florida Board of Physical Therapy to sponsor continuing education for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenter or the sponsors. CE Broker Provider Number 50-315. FLBPT Approval Number: CE23-990026
Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy
The Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy accepts continuing education programs if approved by another state board of occupational therapy. This continuing education activity is approved for the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy based on the approval by the Florida Board of Occupational Therapy (#50-315).
New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy
CE Learning Systems dba Make an Impact, CE-Credit.com & AddictionCounselorCE.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Occupational Therapy as an approved provider of continuing education for Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
This activity has been approved by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 2 credit hours for PTs and PTAs. Approval Number 2301-92
National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
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