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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

Nancy Zidoni and Amy Snow Equine Acupressure
Foundations of Equine Acupressure—Now Available Online
Meet the Pioneers of Equine Acupressure: Nancy Zidonis & Amy Snow At the heart of the growing field of animal acupressure are two visionary practitioners whose names are now synonymous... Read more...
Treating Horses Like Athletes (Because They Are!): Massage & Flexibility - Niel Asher Education
Treating Horses Like Athletes (Because They Are!): Massage & Flexibility
The Healing Hoof: Why Massage and Stretching are Just as Crucial for Horses as They Are for Us Hey everyone, let's talk horses! Majestic, powerful, and often our beloved companions,... Read more...
Hands-On Horse Care: Exploring Equine Massage and Bodywork - Niel Asher Education
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,... Read more...
Horse Massage and Stretching: Delving Deeper with Leda Mox, Animal Massage Specialist - Niel Asher Education
Horse Massage and Stretching: Delving Deeper with Leda Mox, Animal Massage Specialist
Horse enthusiasts worldwide understand that the bond between a rider and their equine companion is sacred. But it goes beyond riding. It encapsulates the physical and emotional well-being of these... Read more...
Unleash the Power of Massage and Trigger Point Therapy for Your Horse's Well-being - Niel Asher Education
Unleash the Power of Massage and Trigger Point Therapy for Your Horse's Well-being
Horses, like humans, can experience muscle pain and stiffness, which can lead to a variety of performance and health issues. Equine massage and trigger point therapy are increasingly popular methods... Read more...
Saddle Pain and Trigger Points - Niel Asher Education
Saddle Pain and Trigger Points
  Trigger Points for Horses - Longissimus Dorsi   Read Andy's Bio   Horses may commonly develop trigger points as a result of poor fitting saddles or incorrect riding posture... Read more...
Equine Massage - Myofascial Trigger Points (TMJ) - Niel Asher Education
Equine Massage - Myofascial Trigger Points (TMJ)
  Trigger Points for Horses - Andy Eckley, Equine Therapist      Identifying Trigger Points in Horses Assessing horses for trigger points can be both static and dynamic and in... Read more...
Treating Horses - Hip Pain and Dysfunction - Niel Asher Education
Treating Horses - Hip Pain and Dysfunction
  Trigger Point Therapy for Horses - Assessing and Treating Hip Restrictions    About Andy Eckley Andy Eckley is a trigger point therapist and equine therapist who has a private... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - NAT for Horses? - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - NAT for Horses?
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Trigger Point Therapy for Horses - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy for Horses
Andy Eckley - NAT Therapist, and Equine Therapist   Trigger Points for Horses This course is suitable for therapists, owners, or anyone who works in the care and well-being of horses.... Read more...
Trigger Point Release for Horses - Hamstring Muscles - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Release for Horses - Hamstring Muscles
  Trigger Point Release for Horses - Assessing and Treating the Hamstrings        Semimembranosus If the limb is planted, this muscle extends the hip. If the limb is not... Read more...
Trigger Points for Horses - Sacroiliac Pain - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Points for Horses - Sacroiliac Pain
   Trigger Point Massage for Horses - Andy Eckley   Andy Eckley's Bio   A common misconception is that you need to use a stronger force to release a trigger... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Horses - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Horses
  Andy Eckley - NAT Therapist, and Equine Therapist        Trigger Point Therapy for Horses A common comment is that the horse can't tell you where it feels... Read more...