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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...
What Exactly is Little League Elbow?

What Exactly is Little League Elbow?

Understanding Little Leaguer's Elbow: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention If you’re a young athlete, a parent, or a coach involved in youth baseball, chances are you’ve heard of Little Leaguer’s Elbow....
Top 6 Neck and Shoulder Stretches

Top 6 Neck and Shoulder Stretching Techniques

Stretching is a key component of any fitness or wellness routine, yet many people overlook the importance of stretching the neck and shoulder muscles. It’s easy to focus on the...
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...
Flick, Tap, and Stretch: Diagnosing and Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Flick, Tap, and Stretch: Diagnosing and Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Diagnosing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most well-known conditions affecting the wrist and hand. It’s that frustrating, sometimes painful issue that...
Trapezius Trigger Point Release

Trigger Points in Trapezius: Causes and Treatments

Understanding Trigger Points in the Trapezius Muscle and How to Treat Them If you’ve ever felt that stubborn knot in your shoulder that just won’t quit, chances are you’ve encountered...
Common Hand Injuries

Tackling RSI Hand Injuries: Symptoms, Treatments, and Self-Help Tips

Why RSI Hand Injuries Are So Common Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are becoming increasingly common, especially in our modern world dominated by technology. Think about it: how often do you...
NAT Massage Specialisation Courses

The Top 10 Specialist Modalities to Supercharge Your Manual Therapy Practice

As a manual therapist, you’ve likely built a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and movement. But in today’s competitive world, specializing in additional modalities can elevate your practice and help...
McKenzie Extensions: The Athletic Trainer’s Guide to Relief and Recovery

McKenzie Extensions: The Athletic Trainer’s Guide to Relief and Recovery

As an experienced athletic trainer, I’ve seen firsthand how McKenzie extensions can change the game for athletes and clients alike. These seemingly simple exercises often pack a punch when it...
Common Pickle Ball Injuries

Pickleball: The Fastest-Growing Sport and Its Impact on Health and Fitness

If someone had told me five years ago that a sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong would take over my weekends, I probably would have laughed. Yet, here...
Stretching to help avoid groin pain

Groin Adductor Injuries: From Understanding to Recovery

Understanding the Groin Adductor Muscles: A Comprehensive Guide The groin adductor muscles play a crucial role in movement, stability, and overall lower-body functionality. Understanding their anatomy, common injuries, and treatment...
Deep neck flexor muscles

The Unsung Heroes of Neck Stability: Deep Neck Flexors

  In the intricate web of muscles that support the neck and head, the deep neck flexors often remain hidden gems, yet their role in maintaining optimal posture and neck...
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