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Explore practical articles, clinical insights and educational resources for massage therapists, manual therapists, rehabilitation professionals, athletic trainers and other healthcare practitioners.

ANATOMYMuscles, movement and functional relationships
CONDITIONSCommon pain patterns, injuries and presentations
TECHNIQUESMassage, manual therapy and rehabilitation approaches
PRACTICEEvidence, professional development and self-care

Blogs and Articles

Herniated Disc Illustration
Understanding Herniated Discs: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’ve ever felt a sharp, shooting pain in your back or down your leg, chances are someone has mentioned the term “herniated disc.” As an athletic trainer, I’ve encountered... Read more...
Herniated Disc
Why are we Taller in the Morning?
Understanding Herniated and Bulging Discs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Herniated discs and bulging discs are common spinal conditions that can cause significant pain and discomfort. These conditions affect the intervertebral... Read more...
Common Back Pain - Disc Prolapse (Slipped/Ruptured/Herniated Disc)
Common Back Pain - Disc Prolapse (Slipped/Ruptured/Herniated Disc)
A slipped disc (also known as a herniated, ruptured or prolapsed disc) results when the shock-absorbing pads or intervertebral discs split or rupture Discs are segments of connective tissue that... Read more...
Standing Extension
Standing Extension
  Technique: Stand straight with your hand behind your hips with your fingers facing down Push your hands into your pelvis so that your lower back arches Don’t use your... Read more...
Common Causes of Chronic Lower Back Pain
Common Causes of Chronic Lower Back Pain
Pain was once considered chronic if it lasted for more than three months and exceeded the body’s natural healing process.  There has recently been significant discussion about the histological time... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating a Herniated Disc
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating a Herniated Disc
  Treating Gluteus Maximus Trigger Points - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner (Video: Edited extract from NAT "Treating Lower Back Pain" Trigger Point Course Presented by Dr. Jonathan Kuttner)   Treating Back... Read more...
Self Help Tips for a Herniated Disc
Self Help Tips for a Herniated Disc
 What is a Prolapsed (Herniated) Disc? - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner   It's possible to have a herniated disk without any symptoms - but when they hurt, they tend to hurt bad!... Read more...