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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

Acupuncture Demonstration
Holistic Healing: The Surprising Benefits of Acupuncture
Introduction to Acupuncture Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that has been practiced for thousands of years. It involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points... Read more...
Neck Arthritis (Cervical Spondylosis) Treatment - Niel Asher Education
Neck Arthritis (Cervical Spondylosis) Treatment
   Most symptoms of neck arthritis respond well to conservative treatment Cervical spondylosis is extremely common. More than 85 percent of people over the age of 60 are affected. The condition... Read more...
Neck Arthritis (Cervical Spondylosis) - Trigger Point Therapy - Niel Asher Education
Neck Arthritis (Cervical Spondylosis) - Trigger Point Therapy
Cervical Spondylosis            Torsional Release for Trigger Points in the Neck    Most cases of neck arthritis respond well to conservative treatment Cervical spondylosis is extremely common.... Read more...
Treating Shoulder Pain - Shoulder Arthritis - Niel Asher Education
Treating Shoulder Pain - Shoulder Arthritis
  Find a Therapist Near You       Shoulder arthritis - for most cases, there are treatments that may help reduce the pain and improve range of motion In 2011,... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Osteoarthritis of the Hip - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Osteoarthritis of the Hip
  Hip Arthritis  - Treating Trigger Points for Pain Relief and Improved Mobility   Trigger point therapy can often be incredibly effective for relieving hip pain, helping to reduce stiffness... Read more...
Shoulder Arthritis - Self Help Options - Niel Asher Education
Shoulder Arthritis - Self Help Options
There are many massage and manual therapy techniques that can be applied to help relieve the symptoms of shoulder arthritis   As with other arthritic conditions, initial treatment of arthritis... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Shoulder Arthritis - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - Shoulder Arthritis
Arthritis is defined as an inflammation of one or more joints. In the case of shoulder arthritis, the symptoms are pain, and restricted range of motion, both of which may... Read more...