NAT Trigger Point Therapy Certification Course (19 hrs)
NAT Trigger Point Therapy
A complete trigger point therapy training system for massage and manual therapists
Trigger point therapy remains one of the most clinically relevant and widely used approaches in modern massage and manual therapy practice — yet it is also one of the areas where many therapists feel they need stronger foundations, better clinical reasoning, and more practical confidence.
That is exactly what NAT Trigger Point Therapy was designed to provide.
This expansive course brings together extensive video tutorials presented by Paul Townley MSc MMACP PT and Dr. Jonathan Kuttner DPT, a fully illustrated course text and trigger point reference system, and a detailed Clinical Companion Course designed to deepen learning and support long-term retention.
Whether you are newer to trigger point therapy or looking to strengthen and refine existing skills, this course provides an exceptionally strong foundation in modern trigger point education while remaining practical, clinically grounded, and easy to apply in real treatment settings.
One of NAT’s Most Popular Clinical Courses
NAT Trigger Point Therapy has become a go-to reference course for massage therapists, rehabilitation professionals, and manual therapists seeking a comprehensive and clinically useful understanding of trigger points, referred pain, assessment, and treatment integration.
Although the course is extremely comprehensive, the material has been carefully broken down into manageable sections that make it easy to study progressively and revisit later as an ongoing clinical reference.
This is not simply a collection of isolated trigger point charts or treatment demonstrations. The course helps therapists understand:
What trigger points are.
How referred pain patterns work.
Why perpetuating factors matter.
How trigger points influence movement and dysfunction.
How to assess trigger point presentations more effectively.
How to integrate trigger point therapy into broader manual therapy care.
What’s Included
Video Tutorials
Over 6 hours of practical video classes presented by Paul Townley PT and Dr. Jonathan Kuttner DPT.
Clinical Companion Course
A structured companion course designed to reinforce learning, improve retention, and support clinical reasoning.
Illustrated Course Text
Over 300 pages of trigger point education, referred pain maps, assessment concepts, and clinical reference material.
Certification
Online exam, certificate of completion, and lifetime access to all course materials.
What You’ll Learn
The course explores trigger point therapy from both a theoretical and practical perspective, helping therapists better understand the relationship between trigger points, referred pain, movement dysfunction, and musculoskeletal presentations.
Topics covered throughout the course include:
Understanding trigger point physiology, referred pain, and clinical presentation.
Learning how to assess trigger point presentations more thoughtfully and effectively.
Exploring the broader contributors that may influence ongoing trigger point activity and dysfunction.
Including ischemic compression, muscle energy techniques, neurodynamic approaches, and broader manual therapy integration.
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal for massage therapists, trigger point therapists, rehabilitation therapists, physiotherapists, athletic trainers, chiropractors, bodyworkers, osteopaths, occupational therapists, nurses, and other qualified healthcare professionals seeking a stronger clinical foundation in trigger point therapy.
It is particularly valuable for therapists who want an ongoing reference resource that they can continue revisiting throughout practice.
A Strong Foundation for Clinical Practice
NAT Trigger Point Therapy was designed to help therapists think more clearly about trigger points, referred pain, assessment, and treatment integration — while building practical skills that transfer directly into everyday clinical work.
About the Presenters
Paul Townley MSc MMACP PT holds a Master’s Degree in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and is a member of the Manipulative Association of Chartered Physiotherapists and the International Federation of Manipulative Physical Therapists. His career includes university lecturing, military consultancy, and physiotherapy work within elite sport, including Crystal Palace FC in the English Premier League.
Dr. Jonathan Kuttner DPT is internationally recognised for his work in trigger point therapy, myofascial pain, and manual therapy education. His teaching combines clinical practicality with a strong understanding of pain presentation and referred pain mechanisms. He is the author of two books and the recipient of a lifetime achievement award from the NAMTPT.
Subtitles Available
English, French, German, and Spanish.
NAT Certificates are issued for all courses and can be downloaded and printed online at no additional charge. Presentation frame not included.
