Prerequisite: Swedish & Deep Tissue Massage and current with science

Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) is the art and science of re-establishing balance between muscular and nervous systems.

NMT identifies and eliminates “trigger points,” the physiological manifestation of this imbalance. Trigger points are focal points of hypersensitivity in tissue which generate pain. They often occur in tissues which are stressed through injury, postural distortion or biomechanical dysfunction.

This segment includes history, theory, anatomy, pathology, kinesiology, indications, contraindications, as well as basic and advanced bodywork techniques and practicum.

In this course students will learn full body examination techniques along with a variety of approaches to identify and treat trigger points and to recognize referral patterns and trigger point problems that generate pain and reflex dysfunction.

Students will learn detailed trigger point routines for the major muscles of the body by learning to palpate, identify and treat trigger points. Students will learn Neruomuscular theory, trigger point pathophysiology and trigger point routines for the treatment of common pain problems.

Students learn to identify and treat sprains, strains and other soft tissue lesions as well as identify and treat neurovascular compression syndromes such as carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, headaches, whiplash, joint pain, and back pain. Students will learn to perform trigger point assessment and design treatment routines for trigger point problems.