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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

Flick, Tap, and Stretch: Diagnosing and Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Niel Asher Education
Flick, Tap, and Stretch: Diagnosing and Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Diagnosing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most well-known conditions affecting the wrist and hand. It’s that frustrating, sometimes painful issue that... Read more...
Trapezius Trigger Point Release
Trigger Points in Trapezius: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Trigger Points in the Trapezius Muscle and How to Treat Them If you’ve ever felt that stubborn knot in your shoulder that just won’t quit, chances are you’ve encountered... Read more...
Common Hand Injuries
Tackling RSI Hand Injuries: Symptoms, Treatments, and Self-Help Tips
Why RSI Hand Injuries Are So Common Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are becoming increasingly common, especially in our modern world dominated by technology. Think about it: how often do you... Read more...
NAT Massage Specialisation Courses
The Top 10 Specialist Modalities to Supercharge Your Manual Therapy Practice
As a manual therapist, you’ve likely built a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and movement. But in today’s competitive world, specializing in additional modalities can elevate your practice and help... Read more...
McKenzie Extensions: The Athletic Trainer’s Guide to Relief and Recovery - Niel Asher Education
McKenzie Extensions: The Athletic Trainer’s Guide to Relief and Recovery
As an experienced athletic trainer, I’ve seen firsthand how McKenzie extensions can change the game for athletes and clients alike. These seemingly simple exercises often pack a punch when it... Read more...
Common Pickle Ball Injuries
Pickleball: The Fastest-Growing Sport and Its Impact on Health and Fitness
If someone had told me five years ago that a sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong would take over my weekends, I probably would have laughed. Yet, here... Read more...
Stretching to help avoid groin pain
Groin Adductor Injuries: From Understanding to Recovery
Understanding the Groin Adductor Muscles: A Comprehensive Guide The groin adductor muscles play a crucial role in movement, stability, and overall lower-body functionality. Understanding their anatomy, common injuries, and treatment... Read more...
Deep neck flexor muscles
The Unsung Heroes of Neck Stability: Deep Neck Flexors
  In the intricate web of muscles that support the neck and head, the deep neck flexors often remain hidden gems, yet their role in maintaining optimal posture and neck... Read more...
Serratus Posterior Trigger Point Release for Shoulder Pain
Trigger Point Therapy - Serratus Posterior Inferior
Serratus Posterior Inferior is an often overlooked cause of lower back pain This muscle may be primarily a muscle of proprioception but it's important to remember that it also acts... Read more...
Shin Splints Tibialis Anterior
Sports Massage - How to treat Shin Splints?
Shin splints are especially common amongst runners and other athletes who have just returned after a break, or who are stepping up the intensity and duration of their training  Shin... Read more...
Pelvic Pain and Levator Ani syndrome explained
Understanding Levator Ani Syndrome: Relief and Insights for Chronic Pelvic Pain
  Chronic Pelvic Pain and Trigger Points - Dr. Jonathan Kuttner     If you have pelvic pain, chances are you have trigger points somewhere within or adjacent to your pelvic... Read more...
Learn Somatic Therapy
What is Somatic Therapy?
So What is Somatic Therapy? Have you ever noticed how stress or emotional pain seems to settle in your body? Maybe your shoulders tense up when you're anxious, or you... Read more...
Medical Massage
What is Medical Massage?
Medical Massage for Plantar Fasciitis   If you’ve ever heard the term "medical massage" and wondered how it differs from other forms of massage therapy, you’re not alone. As an... Read more...
Piriformis Stretch for Trigger Point Release
Are You Suffering from Piriformis Trigger Points?
If you’ve ever felt an unexplained pain deep in your buttocks or a sharp, radiating ache down your leg, the culprit might be your piriformis muscle. Though small, this muscle... Read more...
Tennis Elbow Trigger Point Therapy Massage
Tennis Elbow: Treating, and Preventing Lateral Epicondylitis
Tennis elbow might sound like something only tennis players deal with, but the truth is, this common condition affects people from all walks of life. Officially known as lateral epicondylitis,... Read more...
TMJ Treatment
Trigger Point therapy - Typical Treatment Sequence for TMJD
   Trigger Points in the Upper Trapezius are often Associated with TMJD   Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, often abbreviated as TMJD or simply TMJ, can be an incredibly frustrating and painful... Read more...
It Band Syndrome and Trigger Points
IT Band Syndrome: Top 5 Causes and Solutions
If you’ve ever felt that sharp, nagging pain on the outside of your knee that just won’t quit, chances are you’ve encountered Iliotibial Band Syndrome, or ITBS for short. It’s... Read more...
Hip Extensors: Spotlight on Quadratus Femoris and Trigger Points - Niel Asher Education
Hip Extensors: Spotlight on Quadratus Femoris and Trigger Points
Understanding the Hip Extensors and Their Importance As a manual therapist and athletic trainer, I’ve worked with countless clients dealing with hip pain, restricted mobility, or unexplained aches. Often, these... Read more...