National Association of Myofascial Trigger Point Therapists

Patient Resources

This section is designed to educate the general public about myofascial pain and the dysfunction that may result. Try the NAMTPT's Muscle Symptom Checker to learn more about specific muscle pain patterns and the symptoms associated with muscle pain.

Physician Resources

This section is designed to provide physicians with general information pertaining to myofascial pain and how Trigger Point Therapy may benefit their patients. Information outlining the protocol of Janet Travell, MD, a former White House physician, is provided here.

NAMTPT Information

This section is designed to define who the NAMTPT is to the public as well as to provide a resource for members. Members may find important forms available for download and order NAMTPT logo shirts to utilize within their practices. NAMTPT logo items are also available for purchase by the general public, and an area describing how to donate to the NAMTPT is located here.

Education / Training

This section is designed for potential students as well as potential educators of Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy. Here, a person will find programs approved by the NAMTPT Academic Standards & Curriculum Committee. The programs listed have undergone an accreditation-like process to achieve the 'recognized' status. Also, an educational institution may find how to have it's program recognized by the NAMTPT so that it's students may become Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapists with the credential "CMTPT" .