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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

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...
Pregnancy and Trigger Point Therapy
Massage and Manual Therapy During Pregnancy
Providing massage, bodywork, and trigger point therapy during pregnancy is a valuable practice that supports the unique needs of pregnant women, offering relief from common discomforts and enhancing overall well-being.... Read more...
Deep neck flexor muscles of the neck causing pain and stiffness
The Deep Neck Flexors
The deep neck flexors are a critical yet often overlooked group of muscles that play a significant role in neck stability, posture, and overall head and neck function. As a... Read more...
Plantar Fasciitis: Treating, and Managing a Common Foot Condition
Plantar Fasciitis: Treating, and Managing a Common Foot Condition
Plantar fasciitis is one of those conditions that may seem minor, but it can have a significant impact on a person’s life. Anyone who’s experienced it can attest that foot... Read more...
Massage Cupping
Massage Cupping in Athletic Training Rooms
Cupping therapy has become something of a mainstay in D1 training rooms and elite sports facilities worldwide, making it a staple treatment for athletes across nearly every discipline. What used... 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...
Winged Scapular Treatment Serratus Anterior Trigger Point
Winged Scapula: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Address It
Have you ever worked with a client or seen someone whose shoulder blades seem to stick out a little too much, almost like wings on their back? If so, you... Read more...
The Triceps Muscle: Function, Anatomy, and Trigger Points - Niel Asher Education
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...
Cranio Sacral Therapy Online Course
Exploring Cranio-Sacral Therapy: A Gentle Approach to Wellness
Cranio-Sacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that has been gaining attention among therapists, athletes, and wellness practitioners for its potential benefits in treating a wide range of conditions,... Read more...
Joint Mobilization Techniques for the Patella
Joint Mobilization Techniques for the Patella
Knee pain and dysfunction are incredibly common, especially in active individuals, athletes, and even those of us who simply spend long hours standing, walking, or moving throughout the day. Often,... Read more...
Neck Pain and Stiffness Splenius Cervicus Trigger Points
Trigger Point Release for Splenius Cervicis
Understanding the Splenius Cervicis Muscle: Anatomy, Trigger Points, and Therapy  If you’ve ever experienced nagging neck pain or a headache that radiates from the base of your skull, you’re probably... Read more...
How to Self Treat Trigger Points - Niel Asher Education
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...
The Hamstrings: Common Injuries, Assessment, and Treatment - Niel Asher Education
The Hamstrings: Common Injuries, Assessment, and Treatment
Treating Hamstring Injuries Ah, the hamstrings. If you’ve ever dealt with a hamstring injury, you know just how frustrating they can be. As an athletic trainer who’s been working with athletes... Read more...
The Peroneal Muscles and Peroneal Tendonitis
The Peroneal Muscles and Peroneal Tendonitis
The Peroneal Muscles and Peroneal Tendonitis: What You Need to Know Let’s talk about the peroneal muscles—those important but often overlooked muscles running along the outer part of your lower... Read more...
Psoas Release Technique
The Psoas Muscle: What It Does, How It Gets Injured, and How to Treat It
Psoas - One of the Most Important Muscles in Your Body Ever heard of the psoas muscle? If not, you’re not alone—it’s one of the most important muscles in your... Read more...
Treating the Sacroiliac Joint for Back Pain
Assessing Sacroiliac Joint Mobility
Understanding the Sacroiliac Joint and How Bowen Therapy Can Help Restore Mobility When we talk about low back pain, the sacroiliac joint (or SI joint) doesn’t usually get the attention... Read more...
Brachialis Muscle Trigger Point Release
Common Causes and Symptoms of Brachialis Trigger Points
The Brachialis Muscle: Understanding Its Role and Relieving Pain Through Trigger Point Therapy When we talk about arm muscles, the biceps usually get all the attention. After all, they're the... 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...