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Blogs and articles.

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

Shoulder Rehab Exercises
Shoulder Injury Rehabilitation: Why It’s Complicated, How to Approach It, and What Really Works
Shoulder rehabilitation is one of those areas in clinical practice where experience teaches you humility. No matter how well you think you understand the injury in front of you, no... Read more...
Movement and Rehabilitation - 5 Great Shoulder Stretches
Movement and Rehabilitation - 5 Great Shoulder Stretches
  Know your shoulder anatomy!      Simple Shoulder Stretches Here are 5 other shoulder stretches that we regularly recommend ... 1. Great for trigger points in the "Pecs"! Technique Kneel... Read more...
Trigger Point Release Subscapularus
Subscapularis Muscle and Trigger Points: A Deep Dive into Shoulder Pain and Relief
How Trigger Points in the Subscapularis Cause Pain and Restricted Movement If you’ve ever dealt with shoulder pain that just won’t quit, you might have been told about your rotator... Read more...
Bowen Therapy Technique for Treating Shoulders
Bowen Therapy for Common Shoulder Conditions: An Informal Guide for Massage and Rehab Therapists
Hello, everyone! Let’s talk about something a bit different today—Bowen Therapy—and how it can be used to address common shoulder conditions. Now, I know Bowen Therapy isn’t as widely known... Read more...
Shoulder Function and Anatomy: Understanding the Complex Dynamics of the Shoulder Joint
Shoulder Function and Anatomy: Understanding the Complex Dynamics of the Shoulder Joint
  When you think about how much your shoulders do, it's pretty amazing. Whether you're reaching for a cup of coffee, lifting weights at the gym, or simply scratching your... Read more...
Rotator Cuff Muscles and the Importance of Healthy Shoulders
Rotator Cuff Muscles and the Importance of Healthy Shoulders
When we think of sports that require strong, healthy shoulders, activities like swimming, tennis, and baseball often come to mind. However, maintaining shoulder health is crucial for all athletes, regardless... Read more...
The Infraspinatus Muscle: Function, Injuries, and Treatment Modalities
The Infraspinatus Muscle: Function, Injuries, and Treatment Modalities
The infraspinatus muscle is member of the rotator cuff group, which comprises the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis The infraspinatus muscle is one of the four muscles that comprise... Read more...
Serratus Posterior Inferior Muscle
Trigger Point Treatment - Serratus Posterior Inferior
  Serratus Posterior Inferior Muscle   Serratus Posterior Inferior is an often overlooked cause of lower back pain This muscle may be primarily a muscle of proprioception but it's important to... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Shoulder Bursitis
Trigger Point Therapy - Shoulder Bursitis
  What Causes the Most Common Shoulder Injuries? - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner    Failure to attend to shoulder bursitis often results in a worsening of the condition Shoulder bursitis is not generally an... Read more...