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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

The Power of Isometric Exercises: Here's our Guide - Niel Asher Education
The Power of Isometric Exercises: Here's our Guide
Isometric exercises are a unique and often overlooked component of strength training and rehabilitation Unlike dynamic exercises, where muscles lengthen and shorten, isometric exercises involve muscle contraction without any visible... Read more...
Myofascial Trigger Points: External Oblique Muscles - Niel Asher Education
Myofascial Trigger Points: External Oblique Muscles
   Abdominal Pain and Trigger Points    External Oblique Muscles Similarly to the other abdominal muscles, external oblique myofascial trigger points can refer pain anywhere locally throughout the abdominal region.... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Erector Spinae - Niel Asher Education
Unlocking Relief: How Erector Spinae Trigger Point Therapy Can Transform Your Back Pain
    Treating Erector Spinae Trigger Points - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner M.D.   Erector Spinae Muscle   Over 30 million Americans experience lower back pain, and it is one of... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy for Painful and Tight Biceps - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy for Painful and Tight Biceps
  Biceps Brachii Muscle Whether you are just starting out on your fitness journey or you have been training for years, there are many things to keep in mind when... Read more...
Healthy "Hammies" - Trigger Point Therapy - Niel Asher Education
Healthy "Hammies" - Trigger Point Therapy
Hamstrings - Trigger Point Anatomy Because the hamstrings have their origin at the sitting bones - Long periods of sitting may affect their function  We rely on our hamstring muscles... Read more...
Understanding Trigger Points in the Thoracolumbar Region - Niel Asher Education
Understanding Trigger Points in the Thoracolumbar Region
The thoracolumbar region is a critical area of the body that plays a significant role in our overall posture and movement. This region encompasses the lower thoracic spine and the... Read more...
How to Treat Achilles Tendinitis - Niel Asher Education
How to Treat Achilles Tendinitis
         Treating Achilles Tendinitis   Achilles Tendinitis is often associated with the development of trigger points in the Gastrocnemius, Plantaris, and Soleus muscles Achilles Tendinitis is characterised... Read more...
Tennis Elbow: Treating the Most Common Elbow Overuse Injury - Niel Asher Education
Tennis Elbow: Treating the Most Common Elbow Overuse Injury
The Tennis Elbow condition causes the bony prominence on the outside of the elbow to become tender and sore. In the more severe cases, the pain may become debilitating. This... Read more...
Unlocking Hip Mobility | Soft Tissue Therapy for TFL Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Unlocking Hip Mobility | Soft Tissue Therapy for TFL Restrictions
   The tensor fasciae latae (TFL) muscle plays a crucial role as it provides stability through the knee and pelvis TFL trigger points are associated with a wide range of... Read more...
Understanding Shin Splints and How Stretching Can Help in Recovery - Niel Asher Education
Understanding Shin Splints and How Stretching Can Help in Recovery
  What Are Shin Splints? Shin splints occur when there is excessive stress on the shin bone and the tissues attaching muscles to the bone. This condition often results from... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Snapping Hip Syndrome - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - Snapping Hip Syndrome
  Snapping Hip Syndrome - Releasing Trigger Points in Gluteus Maximus   Snapping hip syndrome is a condition where a snapping or popping sensation is felt in the hip with... Read more...
Sternocleidomastoid muscle and trigger points
Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) Syndrome | Trigger Point Therapy
Stretching the SCM following trigger point treatment   SCM syndrome typically presents as neck stiffness with decreased rotation - sometimes along with nausea, tinnitus, vertigo, or spasms in the neck The syndrome... Read more...
Wrist Sprains - How To Find Trigger Points - Niel Asher Education
Wrist Sprains - How To Find Trigger Points
  Trigger Point Overview - Wrist Extensors   Trigger points in the wrist extensor muscles are incredibly common and are often related to repetitive strain injuries, primarily associated with gripping.... Read more...
Trigger Points in the Lateral Pterygoid | Head and Jaw Pain - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Points in the Lateral Pterygoid | Head and Jaw Pain
Tips for Treating Trigger Points - Lateral Pterygoid   Trigger Points in the Lateral Pterygoid are a Common Cause of Head and Jaw Pain  The superior head of the lateral... Read more...
Rotator Cuff Muscles and the Importance of Healthy Shoulders - Niel Asher Education
Rotator Cuff Muscles and the Importance of Healthy Shoulders
When we think of sports that require strong, healthy shoulders, activities like swimming, tennis, and baseball often come to mind. However, maintaining shoulder health is crucial for all athletes, regardless... Read more...
Stretching for Supraspinatus
Understanding and Addressing Tightness in the Supraspinatus Muscle
Experiencing tightness in the supraspinatus muscle can be quite uncomfortable and may limit your daily activities This muscle, part of the rotator cuff group, is crucial for shoulder movement and... Read more...
Cupping for Hamstring Strain
Cupping Therapy for Hamstring Strains: Unlocking Relief and Recovery
Hamstring strains are common injuries, particularly among athletes and physically active individuals. These strains can range from mild discomfort to severe pain and disability, impacting daily activities and athletic performance.... Read more...
Mastering the Kneeling Quad Stretch - Niel Asher Education
Mastering the Kneeling Quad Stretch
The Kneeling Quad Stretch: Unlocking Lower Body Flexibility and Mobility Introduction: In the pursuit of optimal mobility and flexibility, the kneeling quad stretch stands as a fundamental exercise to target... Read more...