North American Region of the Mulligan Concept ™ Teachers Association
The Mulligan Concept™ is a distinctive manual therapy approach developed by Brian Mulligan, F.N.Z.S.P. (Hon), Dip. M.T., of Wellington, New Zealand. This technique addresses neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction through pain-free joint “repositioning” strategies that combine therapist-applied mobilizations with active patient movement. The goal is to restore normal function, reduce pain, and improve mobility — often with immediate and lasting effects.
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Leaders in Manual Therapy Education Worldwide.
The Mulligan Concept™ Teachers Association (MCTA) is a global organization of accredited manual and manipulative therapy instructors authorized to teach the Mulligan Concept™. Established to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction worldwide, the MCTA currently includes over 5 internationally recognized educators.
All MCTA instructors possess advanced training in manual therapy that meets or exceeds standards set by the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT).
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Advancing Excellence in Manual Therapy Education
The mission and commitment of the Mulligan Concept™ Teachers Association (MCTA) is to advance the clinical application, education, and validation of the Mulligan Concept™ through the following objectives:
Deliver high-quality education to qualified healthcare professionals worldwide.
Maintain rigorous instructor standards, ensuring all MCTA teachers possess advanced credentials and clinical expertise.
Administer the Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP) credentialing process, providing a structured pathway for clinicians to demonstrate competency in the Concept.
Promote and support research, including funding scientific investigations that assess and validate the effectiveness of Mulligan Concept™ techniques.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is Mobilization with Movement different from other forms of physical therapy?
The Mulligan Concept ™ stands apart because it integrates active patient movement with therapist-applied mobilization. Instead of relying solely on passive techniques, this approach empowers patients to participate in restoring their own motion — often producing immediate, pain-free improvements.
It’s a functional, movement-based method that aligns directly with real-life activity and performance.
What is the Mulligan Concept ™?
Developed by Brian Mulligan, F.N.Z.S.P. (Hon), Dip. M.T., from Wellington, New Zealand, the Mulligan Concept ™ is a manual therapy approach designed to correct joint positional faults and restore normal movement. During treatment, a therapist applies a gentle, sustained mobilization to a joint while the patient actively moves it — a technique known as Mobilization with Movement (MWM).
This method offers rapid pain relief and restoration of motion. It is safe, non-invasive, and comfortable to perform, making it suitable for spinal, joint, and extremity dysfunctions. Today, the Mulligan Concept ™ is practiced worldwide by physiotherapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, and other manual therapy professionals.
How can I learn the Mulligan Concept ™?
Healthcare professionals can develop their skills through Mulligan Concept ™ courses offered across North America by accredited MCTA instructors. These hands-on workshops cover assessment, treatment, and clinical reasoning principles, and provide a pathway toward Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP) certification.
Are there prerequisites to attend a Mulligan Concept ™ course?
Yes. Courses are open to licensed healthcare professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, chiropractors, and athletic trainers. Some advanced-level courses may require prior experience or foundational training in manual therapy.
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