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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

Somatic Therapy: A Deep Dive for Massage and Manual Therapists - Niel Asher Education
Somatic Therapy: A Deep Dive for Massage and Manual Therapists
Have you ever had a client burst into tears on your table without warning? Or experienced a moment during bodywork where something “shifted” emotionally as much as physically—yet neither of... Read more...
Myofascial Release
The Fascia Phenomenon: Sorting Through the Science of Myofascial Release
Unlocking Movement: Exploring the Mechanisms and Benefits of Myofascial Release Hey everyone, it’s Marco here. As a manual therapist, I've spent years working with fascia, that ubiquitous connective tissue that... Read more...
Abdominal Massage for Constipation
Understanding Constipation and the Role of Massage Therapy in Its Management
Constipation is a common gastrointestinal issue characterized by infrequent, difficult, or painful bowel movements. It can affect people of all ages and is often accompanied by discomfort, bloating, and a... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Temporalis - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Temporalis
The neck, face, and head muscles are as important to global muscle function as the core The temporalis and masseter are synergists. An overdeveloped upper trapezius can be an overlooked... Read more...
Treating Neck Pain and Stiffness - Part 1 - Niel Asher Education
Treating Neck Pain and Stiffness - Part 1
  Treating the Stiff Neck What is commonly known as a "stiff neck" is typically reported as soreness and difficulty moving the neck, especially when trying to turn the head sideways.... Read more...