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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

Hip Mobility Explained
Hip Mobility Explained: Why Tight Hips Happen and How to Fix Them
In reality, hip mobility is trainable, adaptable, and hugely responsive to the right kind of work. That’s why this video tutorial with elite Strength & Conditioning Coach Mike McGurn is... Read more...
Myofascial Release Hip and Pelvis
Hip and Pelvic Release: The Power of Myofascial Therapy
Find Freedom in Your Hips: Myofascial Release for Pain Relief As a massage therapist, I've seen firsthand how tension and restrictions in the hip and pelvic region can create a... Read more...
Piriformis Stretch for Trigger Point Release
Are You Suffering from Piriformis Trigger Points?
If you’ve ever felt an unexplained pain deep in your buttocks or a sharp, radiating ache down your leg, the culprit might be your piriformis muscle. Though small, this muscle... Read more...
Hip Extensors: Spotlight on Quadratus Femoris and Trigger Points - Niel Asher Education
Hip Extensors: Spotlight on Quadratus Femoris and Trigger Points
Understanding the Hip Extensors and Their Importance As a manual therapist and athletic trainer, I’ve worked with countless clients dealing with hip pain, restricted mobility, or unexplained aches. Often, these... Read more...
Unlocking Hip Mobility | Soft Tissue Therapy for TFL Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Unlocking Hip Mobility | Soft Tissue Therapy for TFL Restrictions
   The tensor fasciae latae (TFL) muscle plays a crucial role as it provides stability through the knee and pelvis TFL trigger points are associated with a wide range of... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Snapping Hip Syndrome - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - Snapping Hip Syndrome
  Snapping Hip Syndrome - Releasing Trigger Points in Gluteus Maximus   Snapping hip syndrome is a condition where a snapping or popping sensation is felt in the hip with... Read more...
Stretching Hip Flexor Muscles
The Hip Flexor Muscles: Anatomy, Function, and Importance of Stretching
The hip flexor muscles are a group of muscles located in the front of the hip that play a crucial role in movement and stability. These muscles are primarily responsible... Read more...
Benefits of Stretching for Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome - Niel Asher Education
Benefits of Stretching for Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome
Sciatic Pain - Dr. Elizabeth Wagner DPT demonstrates stretching exercises for the Piriformis and Gluteal muscles  A number of studies have shown the benefits of manual therapy and stretching for... Read more...
Piriformis Syndrome | Trigger Point Therapy - Niel Asher Education
Piriformis Syndrome | Trigger Point Therapy
  Piriformis syndrome is a result of impingement of the sciatic nerve by the piriformis muscle Incorrect form or improper gait often leads to tightness and inflexibility in piriformis. The... Read more...
Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions
TFL Trigger Points - Pain can refer midway down the lateral thigh and will often radiate to the knee The tensor fasciae latae (TFL) is a vitally important structure in providing... Read more...
Trendelenburg Test - Assessing Hip Function and Balance - Niel Asher Education
Trendelenburg Test - Assessing Hip Function and Balance
  Introduction Within the realm of diagnostic medicine, numerous specialized tools and techniques are implemented to detect and analyze a wide array of health conditions. One such tool that has... Read more...
How to Locate, Test and Stretch the Psaos Muscle - Niel Asher Education
How to Locate, Test and Stretch the Psaos Muscle
About the Psoas Muscle The psoas muscle, also known as the iliopsoas muscle, is a deep-seated muscle located in the lower part of the torso, stretching from the lumbar spine... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Quadratus Lumborum - Niel Asher Education
Unlocking Relief: Understanding Quadratus Lumborum Trigger Points to Alleviate Back Pain
Unlocking Relief: Understanding Quadratus Lumborum Trigger PointsAre you struggling with persistent lower back pain? Understanding quadratus lumborum trigger points can be the key to alleviating your discomfort. This blog dives... Read more...
How to Treat Groin Strains and Hip Pain - Niel Asher Education
How to Treat Groin Strains and Hip Pain
Groin Strain Injuries Groin strain occurs when the muscles of the pelvis are overstretched. This can be caused by running, jumping, or changing direction quickly. The muscle that is usually... Read more...
Massage and Stretching for Quads - Niel Asher Education
Massage and Stretching for Quads
Trigger points in the quadricep muscles are commonly the cause of hip, thigh and knee pain The quadriceps is a large group of muscles, the most massive of the leg,... Read more...
Treating Common Sports Injuries - Tendinitis of the Adductor Muscles - Niel Asher Education
Treating Common Sports Injuries - Tendinitis of the Adductor Muscles
  Hip Adductor Muscles     Hip Adductors - Trigger Point Anatomy     Tendinitis of the Adductor Muscles - The pain is similar to a groin strain but onset... Read more...
Treating the Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Treating the Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions
Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL)       Tensor Fasciae Latae - Sports Massage - Stuart Hinds     TFL Trigger Points - Pain can refer midway down the lateral thigh... Read more...
Treating the Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) - Niel Asher Education
Treating the Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL)
  Leg Muscle Anatomy Showing the TFL   Treating the Tensor Fasciae Latae - Stuart Hinds    The tensor fasciae latae (TFL) muscle plays a crucial role as it provides... Read more...