Looking for a specific topic?
Use the filter below to explore articles by subject, technique, condition, or area of practice.
Blogs and Articles
Oncology Massage: Top Key Facts for Therapists
As an experienced massage therapist, I've witnessed firsthand the incredible power of touch to soothe, comfort, and promote healing. One area where this is particularly profound is oncology massage...
Hands-On Horse Care: Exploring Equine Massage and Bodywork
The Healing Touch: Exploring Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, and Stretching for Horses We all know the deep bond we share with our horses. They're not just animals; they're partners, athletes,...
Plantar Fasciitis Relief: Expert Advice and Self-Help Strategies
Plantar Fasciitis: Understanding, Treating, and Overcoming Heel Pain Plantar fasciitis. The name itself sounds a bit intimidating, and the pain it causes can certainly be just that. If you've ever...
10 Manual Therapy Techniques to Enhance Your Practice
Hands-On Healing: 10 Techniques That Make a Difference After decades of working as a manual therapists, we've seen firsthand the incredible power of hands-on healing. We have a vast array...
The Powerhouse of Your Legs: How to Care for Your Quadriceps
The Mighty Quads: Keeping Your Quadriceps Healthy, Strong, and Pain-Free Your quadriceps—those powerful muscles at the front of your thighs—are the unsung heroes of movement. Whether you're walking up the...
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...
The Empty Tank: Why Burnout and Compassion Fatigue are Real for Rehab Pros (and What to Do About It)
A Manual Therapist's Guide to Staying Healthy and Thriving in a Demanding Profession Hi everyone, I'm Maureen, and I've been a manual therapist for… well, let's just say a...
My Kneecap's Got Itchy Feet: Taming the Troubles of Runner's Knee
Alright folks, let's talk about a pain I've seen sideline more athletes (and weekend warriors) than almost anything else: Runner's Knee. Now, before you imagine a tiny pair of running...
ACL Reconstruction Surgery and the Long Road to Recovery for Athletes
*See video description at the end of this article ACL Injuries: Recovery and Rehabilitation for Active People and Athletes If you’ve ever experienced or worked with ACL injuries, you...
How to Treat Latent Trigger Points?
Active and Latent Trigger Points: Understanding and Managing Muscle Pain Trigger points are a common but often misunderstood source of muscle pain and dysfunction. Whether you're an athlete, a desk...
What Exactly is Little League Elbow?
Understanding Little Leaguer's Elbow: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention If you’re a young athlete, a parent, or a coach involved in youth baseball, chances are you’ve heard of Little Leaguer’s Elbow....
Top 6 Neck and Shoulder Stretching Techniques
Stretching is a key component of any fitness or wellness routine, yet many people overlook the importance of stretching the neck and shoulder muscles. It’s easy to focus on the...
save on coverage with massage magazine insurance plus