The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
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The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
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The two-day Trigger Point Massage course at London School of Massage provides practical training for qualified massage therapists, sports massage therapists and eligible soft-tissue practitioners.
Students learn how to locate common myofascial trigger points through palpation and apply controlled Neuromuscular Technique, also known as NMT or ischaemic compression. Training also includes active and passive stretching, heat and cold applications, treatment planning and client homecare.
The course combines tutor demonstrations, supervised partner practice and ongoing assessment. Students receive individual feedback on palpation, pressure, client positioning, stretch application and professional safety.
Important: This course develops massage and soft-tissue skills. It does not qualify students to diagnose injuries, neurological conditions or medical causes of pain.
| Course name | Trigger Point and Stretch Massage Therapy Course |
| Primary search name | Trigger Point Massage Course |
| Course type | Accredited Continuing Professional Development course |
| Course duration | Two practical training days |
| Suitable for | Qualified massage therapists, sports massage therapists and eligible soft-tissue practitioners |
| Entry qualification | Recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in Massage, Sports Massage or an accepted equivalent |
| Training format | Face-to-face practical classroom training |
| Practical training | Palpation, Neuromuscular Technique, controlled pressure, active and passive stretching and integrated treatment routines |
| Theory training | Trigger point principles, referred pain patterns, contraindications, heat, cold, treatment planning and homecare |
| Course materials | Electronic coursework and electronic certificate |
| Assessment | Ongoing practical assessment throughout both training days |
| Formal examination | No separate written or external practical examination |
| Certification | Accredited London School of Massage CPD certificate, subject to meeting the required practical standard |
| Accreditation | FHT, IGCT, CMA, BCMA and IICT |
| CPD points | 14 CPD points |
| Professional use | Integration into an existing insured massage or sports massage practice |
| Training location | London School of Massage, Caledonian Road near King’s Cross |
| Progression | Deep Tissue Massage, Assisted Stretching, Sports Massage and advanced therapeutic training |
| Booking | Students can enrol through the Trigger Point Massage course page |
Trigger Point Therapy focuses on localised tender areas within muscle and soft tissue that may be associated with tension and referred discomfort.
Students train in how to palpate the tissues, recognise common trigger-point characteristics and apply controlled pressure without using unnecessary force.
The course covers:
The course is suitable for qualified:
Students without a recognised Level 3 massage qualification should first train through the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage.
Qualified practitioners can also explore the wider range of massage courses for qualified therapists.
Trigger Point Therapy uses palpation and focused pressure to work with localised areas of soft-tissue tension.
Stretch Massage combines soft-tissue techniques with active or passive stretching. On this course, the two approaches are taught together so therapists can create a structured treatment rather than apply isolated pressure techniques alone.
The course develops the practical skills required to assess common areas of muscular tension and integrate trigger point work with stretching and massage.
Students learn:
Trigger points are taught as a soft-tissue concept and should not be used to diagnose the cause of pain.
Practical training includes:
Students learn that tenderness alone does not confirm a diagnosis.
Students train in:
Training includes:
Students learn the safe use and limitations of:
Students learn how to combine:
The treatment should be adapted to the client rather than applying the same protocol to every person.
Training covers appropriate advice such as:
Therapists should avoid claiming that homecare will prevent all trigger points from recurring.
Students should hold a recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in:
The qualification should include Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
Applicants must also:
Students without an eligible qualification may attend only with prior approval and may receive a certificate of attendance rather than the accredited practitioner CPD certificate.
Anyone unsure about eligibility should contact London School of Massage before booking.
Students work as both therapist and model during the course.
They should be prepared to practise techniques on common muscular areas using professional positioning and draping.
Students with an injury, acute pain, recent surgery, neurological symptoms, pregnancy or another condition affecting participation should contact the school before enrolling.
There is no separate written examination or external practical examination.
Assessment takes place throughout both training days through:
Students must demonstrate the required practical competence before the CPD certificate is awarded.
Successful students receive a London School of Massage Trigger Point and Stretch Massage Therapy CPD certificate.
The course is accredited or approved by FHT, IGCT, CMA, BCMA and IICT and carries 14 CPD points. Further information is available on the Accreditations and Approvals page.
This is an accredited CPD course rather than an Ofqual-regulated qualification.
Students must hold an eligible underlying massage qualification and obtain suitable professional therapist insurance before using the techniques commercially.
Qualified therapists may integrate trigger point and stretch techniques into an existing insured massage or sports massage practice where they fall within their competence and professional scope.
The techniques may complement work in:
Course completion does not qualify practitioners to diagnose injuries, treat neurological conditions or provide rehabilitation beyond their existing qualifications.
Suitable progression options include:
Qualified practitioners can also review the full range of advanced and CPD massage courses.
Our Trigger Point Massage Course with Stretch Therapy is carefully designed for qualified massage therapists who want to effectively treat painful muscular knots and tension.
This comprehensive trigger point training integrates advanced trigger point therapy with Stretch Massage Therapy (SMT), giving you a complete treatment protocol that can be confidently applied in clinical practice.
What you will learn in brief:
This course is designed for qualified massage therapists, Sports Massage Therapists and eligible soft-tissue practitioners who want to develop more focused treatment skills.
To receive the accredited CPD certificate, students must hold a recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in Massage, Sports Massage or an accepted equivalent that includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
Anyone unsure about their eligibility should send London School of Massage a copy of their qualification before booking.
The course is designed for qualified therapists because it builds on existing massage skills and knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
Students without an eligible Level 3 qualification may attend for personal development but will receive a Certificate of Attendance rather than the accredited CPD certificate. Attendance alone may not provide the qualification or insurance required to offer the techniques professionally.
Students learn how to identify common trigger-point locations and apply focused techniques to areas of muscular tension and soft-tissue restriction.
Training includes palpation, Neuromuscular Technique, controlled pressure, heat and cold applications and active and passive stretching. Students also learn how to combine these methods within a structured massage treatment and provide suitable homecare advice.
There is no formal written or practical examination.
Students are assessed throughout the course through supervised practice, tutor observation and individual feedback. An accredited CPD certificate is awarded when the tutor is satisfied that the required
No. London School of Massage provides the professional massage couches and classroom equipment required during practical training.
Students normally work in pairs and take turns practising and receiving the techniques, so a separate model is not required.
Yes. Classes are open to all genders and students normally work together in pairs. Professional conduct, informed consent, appropriate draping, privacy and student dignity are maintained throughout every practical session.
No specialist trigger-point tools are required for the course as London School of Massage provides the equipment used during classroom training but you will need to bring the following to the in-person practical classes:
Further information would be provided after purchasing and joining the course.
Therapists offering the techniques professionally will need access to a suitable massage couch, linens, massage medium and standard treatment supplies.
the techniques into their existing massage or Sports Massage practice, subject to their original qualification, professional scope and appropriate insurance.
Students should confirm that Trigger Point and Stretch Massage Therapy is covered by their insurer before offering it professionally. Further information is available on the Therapist Insurance page.
Therapists may also develop their broader hands-on skills through the Deep Tissue Massage Course.
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