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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

Are trigger points real?
Trigger Point Therapy - Do Trigger Points Really Exist?
A clear, balanced exploration for massage therapists, manual therapists, and movement professionals Trigger point therapy is something almost every manual therapist has encountered. Many of us learned about it in... Read more...
Heat and Ice Therapy for Trigger Points
Ice and Heat Therapy for Trigger Points
If you’ve ever wondered why applying ice at the end of a trigger point session works so profoundly, or why some clients feel “worse before better” without heat, this blog... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Points Explained: A Deep Dive for the Thinking Therapist
Are Trigger Points Real? — A Massage Therapist’s Deep Dive Into Trigger Point Therapy Hey there — I’m glad you're here. I’ve been a massage therapist for over two decades,... Read more...
How to Apply Trigger Point Therapy Release
Top 10 Misconceptions About Trigger Points and Myofascial Pain
Top 10 Misconceptions About Trigger Points and Myofascial Pain Trigger points and myofascial pain are topics that generate a lot of discussion—and just as much confusion. Whether you’re a massage... Read more...
Quadratus Lumborum Trigger Points
10 Trigger Points Associated with Lower Back Pain
10 Trigger Points Associated with Lower Back Pain – What Every Therapist (and Sufferer) Should Know Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults, affecting people... 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...
Trigger Points and Posture
Trigger Point Formation and Posture
Alexander Technique and Trigger Points Introduction We all know that posture is important. Whether we're sitting at a desk, standing in line, or working out at the gym, the way... Read more...
Treating Latent Trigger Points
How to Treat Latent Trigger Points?
Active and Latent Trigger Points: Understanding and Managing Muscle Pain Trigger points are a common but often misunderstood source of muscle pain and dysfunction. Whether you're an athlete, a desk... 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...
Tennis Elbow Trigger Point Therapy Massage
Tennis Elbow: Treating, and Preventing Lateral Epicondylitis
Tennis elbow might sound like something only tennis players deal with, but the truth is, this common condition affects people from all walks of life. Officially known as lateral epicondylitis,... Read more...
TMJ Treatment
Trigger Point therapy - Typical Treatment Sequence for TMJD
   Trigger Points in the Upper Trapezius are often Associated with TMJD   Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, often abbreviated as TMJD or simply TMJ, can be an incredibly frustrating and painful... Read more...
It Band Syndrome and Trigger Points
IT Band Syndrome: Top 5 Causes and Solutions
If you’ve ever felt that sharp, nagging pain on the outside of your knee that just won’t quit, chances are you’ve encountered Iliotibial Band Syndrome, or ITBS for short. It’s... Read more...
Hip Extensors: Spotlight on Quadratus Femoris and Trigger Points
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...
Quadriceps Trigger Point Release
Quadriceps and Trigger Points
Because of their demanding role, the quads are susceptible to muscle fatigue, strain, and the formation of trigger points, which can lead to pain and dysfunction. The quadriceps muscles—often simply... Read more...
Trigger Point Release for Triceps
Trigger Points and the Triceps Muscles
As a manual therapist and athletic trainer, I've spent countless hours treating clients with muscle pain and tightness, and I can say the triceps muscle is often an overlooked culprit... Read more...
The Triceps Muscle: Function, Anatomy, and Trigger Points
The Triceps Muscle: Function, Anatomy, and Trigger Points
The triceps brachii, or simply the triceps, is a major muscle of the upper arm that plays a critical role in extending the elbow and stabilizing shoulder movement. As a... Read more...
How to Self Treat Trigger Points
How to Self Treat Trigger Points
Trigger Points: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Treating, and Preventing Muscular Pain Trigger points are a common, yet often misunderstood source of muscular pain. These tight knots in muscle fibers... Read more...
Golfer’s Elbow: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Treat It
Golfer’s Elbow: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Treat It
   Ever find yourself with a nagging pain on the inside of your elbow after playing a round of golf or working at your computer for hours? You might be... Read more...