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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 und Artikel

What is a Doula? Exploring the Role, Background, and Evolution - Niel Asher Education
What is a Doula? Exploring the Role, Background, and Evolution
The role of a doula, often pivotal yet shrouded in mystery, has been an essential part of childbirth and postpartum care for centuries. This blog delves into the rich history... Mehr lesen …
Median Nerve Pain - How to Stretch Palmaris Longus - Niel Asher Education
Triggerpunkttherapie - Palmaris Longus
Palmaris Longus-Muskel Mittlere Nervendehnung Schmerzen von Palmaris Longus Triggerpunkten werden typischerweise als nadelartiges Gefühl wahrgenommen Der Palmaris Longus verlangsamt die Streckung der Hand am Handgelenk, während er die Supination der... Mehr lesen …
Vacuum Cupping for Lateral Elbow Pain - Niel Asher Education
Vakuumschröpfen bei seitlichen Ellenbogenschmerzen
Triggerpunkttherapie - Vakuumschröpfen zur Behandlung von Schmerzen im seitlichen Ellenbogen Seitliche Ellbogenschmerzen sind oft mit Triggerpunkten verbunden Triggerpunkte sind sehr häufig in den Ellbogen- und Unterarmmuskeln; Dies kann durchaus mit... Mehr lesen …
Trigger Points and Lower Back Pain: Treatment Overview - Niel Asher Education
Triggerpunkte und Rückenschmerzen
Schmerzen im unteren Rückenbereich Behandlung von Triggerpunkten bei Rückenschmerzen - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner Rückenschmerzen haben epidemische Ausmaße angenommen. Hier betrachten wir die Rolle, die Triggerpunkte spielen. Es wurde vermutet, dass... Mehr lesen …
Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Iliotibialband (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hüfteinschränkungen
  TFL-Triggerpunkte – Der Schmerz kann sich in der Mitte des seitlichen Oberschenkels ausbreiten und strahlt oft bis zum Knie aus Der Tensor fasciae latae (TFL) ist eine lebenswichtige Struktur... Mehr lesen …
Is it a frozen shoulder? - Niel Asher Education
Frozen Shoulder – Was passiert in der Schulter?
Schultersteife oder Impingement? Frozen-Shoulder-Syndrom – Was passiert in der Schulter? Die Ursachen des Schultersteifensyndroms sind noch wenig erforscht. Etwa 50 % scheinen auf eine Verletzung der Schulter zurückzuführen zu sein... Mehr lesen …
Plantar Fasciitis | Heel Pain | Self Help Tips - Niel Asher Education
Plantarfasziitis | Fersenschmerzen | Tipps zur Selbsthilfe
Die Plantarfaszie stützt das Fußgewölbe und wird bei Belastung schwach, geschwollen und entzündet Die Plantarfasziitis ist die häufigste Verletzung der Plantarfaszie und bezeichnet eine Entzündung eines dicken Gewebebandes, das über... Mehr lesen …
Cupping Therapy for ITB: Dr Joi Edwards DPT - Niel Asher Education
Cupping Therapy for ITB: Dr Joi Edwards DPT
Cupping in Sports Therapy: The Ancient Remedy's Modern Comeback The image of an athlete, their skin speckled with circular marks, has become familiar in recent years. While for some it's... Mehr lesen …
Horse Massage and Stretching: Delving Deeper with Leda Mox, Animal Massage Specialist - Niel Asher Education
Horse Massage and Stretching: Delving Deeper with Leda Mox, Animal Massage Specialist
Horse enthusiasts worldwide understand that the bond between a rider and their equine companion is sacred. But it goes beyond riding. It encapsulates the physical and emotional well-being of these... Mehr lesen …
Sports Massage Therapy for Shoulder Muscles: A Vital Component of Rehabilitation and Recovery - Niel Asher Education
Sports Massage Therapy for Shoulder Muscles: A Vital Component of Rehabilitation and Recovery
Sports Massage Therapy for Shoulder Muscles: A Vital Component of Rehabilitation and Recovery The shoulder is a complex joint that allows for an incredible range of motion, making it essential... Mehr lesen …
A Deep Dive into Treating Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): - Niel Asher Education
A Deep Dive into Treating Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV):
The Epley Maneuver: Dr Elizabeth Wagner DPT Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common causes of vertigo, a sudden spinning sensation that can be disorienting and... Mehr lesen …
Teres Minor - Muscle Overview - Niel Asher Education
Teres Minor - Muscle Overview
Teres Minor Muscle Overview Anatomy & Location: The teres minor is nestled within the shoulder's rotator cuff muscles. It spans from the lateral border of the scapula, running diagonally and... Mehr lesen …
Why do we love college merch? - Niel Asher Education
Why do we love college merch?
  In the age of digital education, where students might never meet their classmates or professors face-to-face, the merchandise becomes even more critical. It's a bridge between the digital and... Mehr lesen …
Anson Dorrance: A Legacy of Leadership and the Heartbeat of Women’s Soccer - Niel Asher Education
Anson Dorrance: A Legacy of Leadership and the Heartbeat of Women’s Soccer
"Soccer is simple, but it is difficult to play simple." - Johan Cruyff. In the vast tapestry of American soccer, no thread is as vibrant and as intricately woven as... Mehr lesen …
The Psoas Muscle and Back Pain: Understanding the Connection - Niel Asher Education
The Psoas Muscle and Back Pain: Understanding the Connection
The Psoas Muscle and Back Pain: Understanding the Connection The human body is a marvel of interconnected systems, and sometimes, discomfort or pain in one area can be the result... Mehr lesen …
The Intriguing Art of Fire Cupping: An Ancient Healing Technique - Niel Asher Education
The Intriguing Art of Fire Cupping: An Ancient Healing Technique
  Fire cupping has been garnering increased attention in the Western world - we take a look at what it is and who's doing it Fire cupping, an ancient therapeutic... Mehr lesen …
Bowen Therapy: An Ancient Touch in a Modern World - Niel Asher Education
Bowen Therapy: An Ancient Touch in a Modern World
About Bowen Therapy In our fast-paced digital age, ancient healing practices often find renewed interest. Among them is the gentle and holistic Bowen Therapy, which has seen a resurgence in... Mehr lesen …
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... Mehr lesen …