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Neuroplastic Trigger Point Hypothesis

Neuroplastic Trigger Point Hypothesis

Understanding the Neuroplastic Trigger Point Hypothesis: Why Trigger Points Behave the Way They Do Trigger points have fascinated—and confused—manual therapists for decades. Some clients respond immediately to hands-on release work,...
Treating Calcific Tendonitis

Understanding Calcific Tendonitis: Why It Happens, How It Heals, and Where Manual Therapy Fits In

  A comprehensive guide for manual therapists, rehabilitation professionals, and personal trainers Calcific tendonitis is one of those shoulder conditions that seems to appear out of nowhere. One week a...
Shoulder Rehab Exercises

Shoulder Injury Rehabilitation: Why It’s Complicated, How to Approach It, and What Really Works

Shoulder rehabilitation is one of those areas in clinical practice where experience teaches you humility. No matter how well you think you understand the injury in front of you, no...
Hip Mobility Explained

Hip Mobility Explained: Why Tight Hips Happen and How to Fix Them

In reality, hip mobility is trainable, adaptable, and hugely responsive to the right kind of work. That’s why this video tutorial with elite Strength & Conditioning Coach Mike McGurn is such a powerful tool. His routine blends traction, strengthening, dynamic flow, and tissue release—exactly what most bodies are missing.

Beginners Guide to Acupuncture

Acupuncture Demystified: A Friendly, Fair, and Honest Overview

This article explores acupuncture from all angles — where it came from, how it works, how it has evolved in Western practice, who’s qualified to use it, and what modern research tells us. By the end, you should have a clear, honest, and balanced understanding of what acupuncture really is — and where it might fit into modern health and rehabilitation practice.

Shoulder Special Tests Course

Shoulder Special Tests: A Practical Guide for Manual Therapists

Special Tests: Clues, Not Conclusions There are few joints as fascinating, frustrating, and wonderfully unpredictable as the shoulder. If you’ve treated enough of them, you already know: every shoulder tells...
The Fibularis (Peroneal) Muscles: The Overlooked Powerhouses of Ankle Stability

The Fibularis (Peroneal) Muscles: The Overlooked Powerhouses of Ankle Stability

A Deep Dive Into Anatomy, Injury, Trigger Points, and Hands-On Sports Massage Treatment (Companion article to the instructional video above presented by Bob McAtee, LMT) If you work with athletes—whether...
TCM Fire Cupping Course

TCM Fire Cupping: A Practical, Evidence-Informed Deep Dive for Manual Therapists

How Fire Cupping Actually Works — Without the Mysticism Fire cupping is one of those techniques that draws attention — a flash of flame, the quick placement of a cup,...
Hatha Yoga for Regulating the Autonomic Nervous System and Lymphatic System

Yoga and Your Lymphatic System

In this article, we’ll unpack how your lymphatic system works, why it’s so central to your immunity and vitality, and how your yoga practice—especially mindful, breath-centered Hatha yoga—can keep it humming. I’ll also share some practical examples you can start applying on the mat today.

Strategies for injury free running

Smart Training Strategies to Keep Runners Injury-Free

Running is a gift — it keeps your body strong, your mind clear, and your spirit grounded. But to enjoy that gift fully, you have to respect it. Build your mileage gradually. Strengthen your body. Rest when needed. Eat well. Listen to yourself.

Trunk Core Training

The Truth About Core Training: Building Real Trunk Strength and Stability

The Truth About Core Training: Building Real Trunk Strength and Stability By Dr. Jason Miller, PhD — Strength & Conditioning Specialist(Excerpted from the NAT Global Campus course: “Resistance Training”) If...
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,...
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