OVERVIEW
Tension Headache and Trigger Points is organized by Niel Asher Education.
Tension headaches are among the most common headache presentations encountered by massage, manual therapy, and rehabilitation professionals.
Tension Headache and Trigger Points explores the anatomical and clinical relationship between trigger points and headache symptoms, with a particular focus on Tension Type Headache.
Presented by Dr. Jonathan Kuttner, this course helps therapists better understand trigger point referral patterns, assessment considerations, treatment protocols, and client education strategies for headache-related presentations.
Description:
Across this 4-hour CE/CPD course, participants will take a detailed look at the trigger points most commonly associated with tension headaches and related headache patterns.
The course combines anatomy education, clinical reasoning, treatment protocols, practical video demonstrations, and self-help guidance to help therapists support clients more effectively.
Students will learn how trigger points may contribute to headache symptoms, how to identify relevant areas, and how to apply targeted treatment strategies within professional scope.
Supported by video classes, a fully illustrated course workbook, companion course, lesson quizzes, online exams, certification, and lifetime access, this course provides a practical learning pathway for therapists working with tension headache presentations.
What You Will Learn
| Topic | Focus |
| Tension Type Headache | Understanding common clinical features and the role of trigger points in headache presentations |
| Trigger Point Referral | Exploring referred pain patterns and the muscles commonly associated with headache symptoms |
| Assessment Process | Learning how to assess headache-related trigger points and related clinical findings |
| Treatment Protocols | Applying targeted treatment strategies for trigger points associated with tension headaches |
| Client Education | Helping clients understand contributing factors, prevention, and maintenance strategies |
| Self-Help Guidance | Supporting clients with appropriate routines and advice they can integrate into daily life |
Course Content
The course combines headache anatomy, trigger point theory, referred pain patterns, assessment principles, treatment protocols, practical demonstrations, and client self-help education.
| Module | Focus |
| Headache Types and Trigger Points | Understanding common headache types associated with trigger points, with emphasis on Tension Type Headache |
| Relevant Anatomy and Referral Patterns | Exploring the muscles, trigger point locations, and referral patterns involved in headache symptoms |
| Assessment and Clinical Reasoning | Identifying relevant trigger points and developing a structured approach to treatment planning |
| Treatment Protocols and Techniques | Applying hands-on strategies to address trigger points associated with tension headaches |
| Client Education and Maintenance | Providing preventive guidance, self-help advice, and maintenance strategies for clients |
Included With This Course
| Included | Details |
| Video Classes | Online video instruction presented by Dr. Jonathan Kuttner |
| Fully Illustrated Course Workbook | Trigger Points for Headaches course workbook covering headache types, trigger points, protocols, and client guidance |
| Companion Course | Structured companion lessons designed to reinforce and deepen course understanding |
| Lesson Quizzes | Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course |
| Online Exams | Assessments included for course completion and certification |
| Certificate | Downloadable 4 Hours CE/CPD certificate following successful completion |
| Lifetime Access | Study at your own pace and revisit the material whenever required |
ACCREDITATION & CREDITS
CEU/CPD Self-Cert
Approved Hours: 4
4 Hours CE/CPD
TARGET AUDIENCE
ChiropractorsNeurologistsPhysical TherapistsOccupational TherapistsFitness ProfessionalsOccupational Therapy AssistantsPhysical Therapy AssistantsAthletic TrainersRehabilitation ProfessionalsPhysical Therapist AssistantsManual TherapistsMassage TherapistExercise ProfessionalsOther Qualified PractitionersSPECIALITIES
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