Description

Often misunderstood and frequently misdiagnosed, myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic condition affecting a significant portion of the population. In this course, Dr. Howard Benedikt explores the clinical features, causes, and treatments of this distinct pain disorder—highlighting the important role chiropractors play in its recognition and management.

You’ll learn how trigger points—sensitive, taut bands of muscle—can refer pain throughout the body and mimic other musculoskeletal conditions. Drawing on the pioneering work of Dr. Janet Travell, this course distinguishes myofascial pain from similar disorders like fibromyalgia, emphasizing proper diagnosis and treatment approaches.

From postural imbalances and trauma to nutritional deficiencies and hormonal issues, multiple factors contribute to this often-overlooked syndrome. Dr. Benedikt also walks through a variety of hands-on and adjunctive therapies, including deep tissue massage, laser, ultrasound, and spray-and-stretch techniques.

In this course, you’ll learn:

The clinical presentation and diagnostic criteria for myofascial pain syndrome

Contributing factors including stress, posture, and overuse

The science behind trigger points and referred pain

A range of treatment options from manual therapy to cold laser

Sharpen your skills in identifying and treating one of the most under-recognized causes of chronic pain.