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Bowen Therapy Technique for Treating Shoulders

Bowen Therapy for Common Shoulder Conditions: An Informal Guide for Massage and Rehab Therapists

Hello, everyone! Let’s talk about something a bit different today—Bowen Therapy—and how it can be used to address common shoulder conditions. Now, I know Bowen Therapy isn’t as widely known...
Pregnancy Massage Tutorial

Is Pregnancy Massage Safe?

A Comprehensive Guide for Therapists and Expecting Mothers If you’re expecting a baby, you’ve probably heard all kinds of advice about what you should or shouldn’t do. One question that...
Shoulder Function and Anatomy: Understanding the Complex Dynamics of the Shoulder Joint

Shoulder Function and Anatomy: Understanding the Complex Dynamics of the Shoulder Joint

  When you think about how much your shoulders do, it's pretty amazing. Whether you're reaching for a cup of coffee, lifting weights at the gym, or simply scratching your...
Golfer’s Elbow: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Treat It

Golfer’s Elbow: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Treat It

   Ever find yourself with a nagging pain on the inside of your elbow after playing a round of golf or working at your computer for hours? You might be...
Massage Therapy for Frozen Shoulder

Massage Therapy for Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterized by stiffness, pain, and limited range of motion in the shoulder joint. It can significantly impact daily activities, making...
Trigger Points in the Piriformis Muscle: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Trigger Points in the Piriformis Muscle: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Trigger points in the piriformis muscle are often an overlooked but significant cause of pain in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. These hyperirritable spots can create a host of...
Trigger Point Release for QL Quadratus Lumborum

Unlocking Relief: The Role of the Quadratus Lumborum in Back Pain and How to Treat Trigger Points

The Quadratus Lumborum (QL) muscle is a key player in maintaining the stability and movement of the lower back and pelvis Despite its relatively small size, the QL muscle can...
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...
IMS Trigger Point Dry Needling

Understanding IMS Dry Needling (Medical Acupuncture): What It Is, How It Differs from Traditional Acupuncture, and Its Role in Dissipating Trigger Points

Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) dry needling, often referred to as medical acupuncture, is a therapeutic technique that has gained widespread recognition in the fields of physical therapy, sports medicine, and rehabilitation....
Understanding Wrist Drop and the Role of Massage Therapy in Its Treatment

Understanding Wrist Drop and the Role of Massage Therapy in Its Treatment

Wrist drop, also known as radial nerve palsy, is a condition characterized by the inability to extend the wrist and fingers due to weakness or paralysis in the muscles of...
Free Tutorial: Groin Strain Sports Massage

Free Tutorial: Groin Strain Sports Massage

Adductor muscle strains, often referred to as groin strains, are common injuries in sports, particularly those that involve rapid lateral movements, sudden accelerations, or powerful leg actions like kicking and...
Muscle Cramps and the Role of Massage Therapy

Muscle Cramps and the Role of Massage Therapy

Muscle cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions or spasms of one or more muscles, causing intense pain and discomfort. These cramps can last from a few seconds to several minutes and...