Percussive Power in Decatur, AL
October 18 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm EDT
Massage Therapy Institute
1908 Flint Rd SE, Decatur, AL 35601
Saturday, October 18, 2025 10a-4p
Decatur, AL area therapists, enhance your massage therapy skills with our comprehensive NCBTMB certified 6 Hour continuing education course focused on percussion massage gun techniques. This hands-on training explores the science and application of percussive therapy—a fast-growing modality used for muscle recovery, pain relief, and overall wellness. Whether you’re new to percussion tools or looking to deepen your understanding, this course will give you the confidence and practical skills to integrate percussion massage guns like the Theragun or Hypervolt into your sessions.
You’ll start by learning the science and mechanisms behind percussive therapy, including how it affects the nervous system, circulation, and muscle tissue. We’ll discuss the latest research and real-world applications that support the use of percussion massage guns in both clinical and wellness-focused settings.
Through hands-on practice at Massage Therapy Institue in Decatur, AL, you’ll gain experience using percussion massage guns on various muscle groups. You’ll learn specific protocols for addressing common client concerns—such as tight shoulders, lower back pain, sore legs, and general muscle fatigue—so you can apply these techniques with accuracy and intention.
The course also covers the benefits and limitations of percussive therapy, helping you understand when it’s appropriate to use, when to avoid it, and how to modify your approach based on individual client needs. Safety, sanitation, and device maintenance are also addressed to ensure responsible use.
By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to offer percussive therapy as a valuable addition to your massage practice, helping clients recover faster, move better, and feel their best—while reducing physical strain on your own body. If you’re ready to work smarter and elevate your client outcomes, this is the perfect next step in your continuing education journey.
We use a variety of percussive devices from Therabody, Hypervolt, and Bob and Brad, but feel free to bring one if you have a favorite.
