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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

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... Read more...
Median Nerve Pain - How to Stretch Palmaris Longus - Niel Asher Education
Median Nerve Pain - How to Stretch Palmaris Longus
Palmaris Longus Muscle     Median Nerve Stretch   Pain from Palmaris Longus Trigger Points is typically experienced as a needle-like sensation The Palmaris Longus decelerates extension of the hand... Read more...
Vacuum Cupping for Lateral Elbow Pain - Niel Asher Education
Vacuum Cupping for Lateral Elbow Pain
Trigger Point Therapy - Vacuum Cupping for Treating Lateral Elbow Pain   Lateral Elbow Pain is Often Associated with Trigger Points  Trigger points are really common in the elbow and forearm muscles;... Read more...
Trigger Points and Lower Back Pain: Treatment Overview - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Points and Lower Back Pain: Treatment Overview
Treating Trigger Points for Back Pain   Lower Back Pain has reached epidemic proportions. Today we look at the part played by trigger points. It has been suggested that low... Read more...
Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions
TFL Trigger Points - Pain can refer midway down the lateral thigh and will often radiate to the knee The tensor fasciae latae (TFL) is a vitally important structure in providing... Read more...
Is it a frozen shoulder? - Niel Asher Education
Is it a frozen shoulder?
  Frozen Shoulder or Impingement?   Frozen Shoulder Syndrome - What's Going On Inside the Shoulder? The causes of frozen shoulder syndrome are still poorly understood. About 50% seem to... Read more...
Plantar Fasciitis | Heel Pain | Self Help Tips - Niel Asher Education
Plantar Fasciitis | Heel Pain | Self Help Tips
Plantar Fasciitis - How To Treat Your Own Trigger Points    The plantar fascia supports the arch of the foot and if strained, becomes weak, swollen and inflamed Plantar Fasciitis is the most... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...
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... Read more...