Trigger Point Cupping – 4 CEUs for massage therapists, chiropractors, NJ physical therapists & NJ physical therapy assistants
In-person, hands-on course.
Special: Save $25 when you register for the August 11 class by August 4.
This course is intended for students who have already taken a foundational Cupping course or who have performed cupping and understand the basic mechanics, benefits and contraindications of the modality. In this more advanced course, the objective is to show how cupping can be an effective method for releasing trigger points in the body which increases range of motion. Trigger points are found in muscles that are overworked or have experienced trauma. This can be a very useful treatment for athletes.
Students will review what a trigger point is and how traditional techniques are typically performed. Then they will learn the advantages that cupping offers as a modality for releasing trigger points. Students will practice these techniques on both upper and lower body trigger points. Aftercare will also be discussed.
This course uses GRPS and Energy Ionic cups that are best designed for this use. They work well on joints, trigger points, hands and feet, and can be used for stationary or dynamic cupping.
Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Explain the differences between cupping versus traditional methods for treating trigger points
- Perform cupping on upper and lower body trigger points.
- Explain how it feels to be cupped using this method.
- Identify contraindications for performing this modality.
- Describe recommended care after being cupped to release trigger points.
Instructor: Eric Munn, LMT, PTA
Students should bring: fitted and flat sheet, shorts and t-shirt.
CONTINUING EDUCATION APPROVALS: For massage therapists, this course is approved by the NCBTMB for all states but New York. Approved Provider #307800-00. For NJ chiropractors, the course is approved because The Institute for Continuing Education is a Pre-Approved Provider/Sponsor with the NJ Board of Chiropractic Examiners. Chiropractors in other states may receive CE credit if their state recognizes PACE; The Institute for Continuing Education is recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards. For NJ physical therapists and physical therapy assistants, this class is approved by the NJ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, approval code 2307-54.
The Institute for Continuing Education complies with COVID-19 protocols as required for NJ vocational schools.
