NAT Treating the Rotator Cuff (4 hrs)

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Treating the Rotator Cuff 4 Hours CE/CPD | Online Course with Dr. Jonathan Kuttner DPT A focused online course exploring rotator cuff anatomy, trigger point development, and practi cal treatment strategies for professionals working with shoulder pain, restriction, and dysfunction. Treating the Rotator Cuff is presented by Dr. Jonathan Kuttner DPT and provides a clear, clinically relevant approach to understanding and treating one of the most important functional regions of the shoulder complex. Through online video classes and a fully illustrated 160-page course text, this course supports practical learning in rotator cuff anatomy, trigger point assessment, manual therapy techniques, stretching, and supportive heat and ice applications. Course Overview This 4-hour CE/CPD course provides healthcare, rehabilitation, massage, manual therapy, and athletic training professionals with a detailed introduction to the anatomy, function, and treatment considerations of the rotator cuff muscles. The course examines each of the four rotator cuff muscles, exploring their anatomical role, functional importance, and relationship to shoulder stability, mobility, and pain presentation. Particular attention is given to trigger point development, common referral patterns, and the practical clinical reasoning required when working with this complex region. Participants will also explore treatment approaches that combine manual therapy, trigger point techniques, stretching, and supportive heat and ice applications within a practical treatment framework. What You Will Learn Topic Professional Focus Rotator Cuff Anatomy Understand the structure, function, and clinical relevance of the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis muscles. Trigger Point Development Explore how trigger points may develop in the rotator cuff and how they can contribute to pain, restriction, and altered shoulder function. Assessment and Location Skills Develop greater confidence in identifying relevant muscle anatomy and locating areas of sensitivity or dysfunction. Manual Therapy Techniques Learn practical treatment approaches demonstrated through clear online video instruction. Integrated Treatment Strategies Understand how manual therapy, stretching, heat, and ice may be incorporated into a broader treatment plan. Course Content / Modules The course combines anatomical teaching, trigger point education, and practical treatment demonstrations to help learners apply the material with confidence in professional practice. Module Area Focus Rotator Cuff Anatomy and Function A detailed overview of the four rotator cuff muscles and their role in shoulder movement, control, and stability. Understanding Trigger Points How trigger points may form, how they may present, and why they are clinically relevant when treating the shoulder. Locating and Treating Rotator Cuff Trigger Points Practical guidance for identifying and addressing trigger points in the rotator cuff region. Manual Therapy Demonstrations Step-by-step video instruction in hands-on techniques relevant to rotator cuff treatment. Stretching, Heat, and Ice Applications Supportive strategies for integrating stretching, heat, and ice within a treatment plan where appropriate. Who This Course Is For This course is suitable for rehabilitation professionals, massage and manual therapists, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, chiropractors, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, nurses, athletic trainers, exercise professionals, and fitness professionals working within an appropriate scope of practice. It is especially relevant for practitioners who work with shoulder pain, soft tissue dysfunction, sports-related shoulder presentations, restricted shoulder movement, or clients requiring supportive manual therapy approaches for the rotator cuff region. About the Instructor Dr. Jonathan Kuttner DPT is widely recognized for his work in trigger point therapy, pain education, and practical clinical training for manual and rehabilitation professionals. His teaching style combines clear anatomical explanation with clinically applicable treatment strategies, helping practitioners understand not only where pain may arise, but how soft tissue dysfunction and trigger points may influence movement, comfort, and function. In this course, Dr. Kuttner brings his expertise to the rotator cuff, guiding learners through the anatomy, trigger point considerations, and treatment approaches relevant to this important shoulder region. Included With This Course Included Details CE/CPD Hours 4 Hours CE/CPD Course Text Fully illustrated 160-page course text. Companion Course Additional content designed to reinforce clinical reasoning and practical integration Lesson Quizzes Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course Video Classes Online video classes with practical demonstrations. Online Exam and Certification Online multiple-choice exam and certificate issued upon successful completion. Lifetime Access Study online at your own pace and revisit the course materials whenever required. 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Course: Treating Rotator CuffApprovals Listed: 64CE Broker Provider: #20-658154 Scroll right to view all approvals in alphabetical order → Alabama Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Alabama Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours4 Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours4 Alaska Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours4 Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours4 Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Arkansas Board of Massage Approved Hours4 Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) Approved Hours4 Australian Traditional Medicine Society Approved Hours4 Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) Approved Hours4 Canadian Athletic Trainers Association (CATA) Approved Hours1.6 Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA) Approved Hours0.75 CEU/CPD Self-Cert Approved Hours4 Chiropractic Board of Australia Approved Hours4 College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC) Approved Hours4 College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB) Approved Hours4 College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland and Labrador (CMTNL) Approved Hours2 College of Massage Therapists Ontario (CMTO) Approved Hours4 College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) Approved Hours4 Connecticut Board of Chiropractors Approved Hours4 Connecticut Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Deleware Board of Massage and Bodywork Approved Hours4 Distrcit of Columbia Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Florida Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Georgia Board of Massage Therapy *General* Approved Hours4 Georgia Board of Nursing *General* Approved Hours4 Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours4 Indiana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Iowa Board of Chiropractic Approved Hours4 Iowa Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours4 Kansas Chiropractic Association Approved Hours4 Maine Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Maryland Board of Massage Therapy Examiners Approved Hours4 Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS) Approved Hours4 Massage Therapy Assc of Manitoba (MTAM) Approved Hours4 Massage Therapy Assc of Saskatchewan (MTAS) Approved Hours4 Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy (MSBMT) Approved Hours4 Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage Approved Hours4 Missouri State Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours4 Montana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Approved Hours4 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Approved Hours4 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork - New York (NCBTMB-NY) Approved Hours4 Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) Approved Hours4 Nebraska Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours4 Nevada Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours4 New Hampshire Advisory Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours4 New Jersey Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours4 North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours4 North Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Ohio Chiropractic Board Approved Hours4 Oklahoma Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Oregon Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours4 Oregon Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours4 Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Prince Edward Island Massage Therapy Association (PEIMTA) Approved Hours4 Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO) Approved Hours4 South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel Approved Hours4 South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours4 Tennessee Board of Massage Licensure Approved Hours4 Virginia Department of Health Professions (Massage Therapy) Approved Hours4 Washington Board of Massage Approved Hours4 Washington Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours4 West Virginia Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours4 Approval requirements can change. Please confirm acceptance with your own board, association, employer, or regulatory authority before registration. Treating the Rotator Cuff Professional Reviews & Feedback The reviews below represent feedback provided by students and practitioners through Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me. ★★★★★ 4.8 average rating across reviews collected via Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me “Dr. Kuttner presents the rotator cuff in a way that is detailed, practical, and immediately relevant to clinical work.” Molly M., LMT “The breakdown of each rotator cuff muscle helped me understand shoulder dysfunction far more clearly than previous courses.” Caleb R., PT “The trigger point discussions were particularly useful and tied directly into real-world treatment planning.” Vanessa V., RMT “I appreciated how the course connected anatomy, assessment, and treatment rather than teaching them as separate topics.” Damon J., Sports Therapist “The demonstrations were excellent. I picked up several practical techniques that I now use regularly.” Jocelyn K., Massage Therapist “Dr. Kuttner explains shoulder mechanics in a way that makes even complex concepts easy to follow.” Mitchell E., Manual Therapist “This course improved my confidence working with clients presenting with rotator cuff pain and movement restrictions.” Farida P., LMT “The clinical reasoning sections were outstanding and helped me think beyond symptoms alone.” Wesley S., ATC “A very thorough course that balances science, anatomy, and practical treatment approaches.” Bianca T., RMT “The explanations of supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis function were particularly strong.” Gordon C., DC “I found the rehabilitation and stretching recommendations highly relevant to my client population.” Naomi L., Massage Therapist “The course provided a much deeper understanding of shoulder pain than I expected from a short CE program.” Tristan H., PTA “Dr. Kuttner's teaching style is engaging and clinically grounded. The material never felt overly theoretical.” Soraya B., LMT “I appreciated the attention given to assessment and differentiating between common shoulder presentations.” Declan F., Sports Therapist “The trigger point content helped me connect referred pain patterns with rotator cuff dysfunction more effectively.” Monique D., RMT “This course gave me a more structured approach to evaluating and treating shoulder complaints.” Henrik W., OT “The practical demonstrations complemented the anatomy lessons perfectly.” Janelle A., Manual Therapist “A highly useful course for massage therapists and rehabilitation professionals working with shoulder injuries.” Yvette Q., LMT “The combination of treatment techniques, stretching, and clinical insight made this one of my favourite shoulder courses.” Brendan G., Massage Therapist “Comprehensive, practical, and easy to apply. 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