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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

Quadratus Lumborum Trigger Points
10 Trigger Points Associated with Lower Back Pain
10 Trigger Points Associated with Lower Back Pain – What Every Therapist (and Sufferer) Should Know Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults, affecting people... Lire plus...
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... Lire plus...
Unlocking Hip Mobility | Soft Tissue Therapy for TFL Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Unlocking Hip Mobility | Soft Tissue Therapy for TFL Restrictions
   The tensor fasciae latae (TFL) muscle plays a crucial role as it provides stability through the knee and pelvis TFL trigger points are associated with a wide range of... Lire plus...
Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions
TFL Trigger Points - Pain can refer midway down the lateral thigh and will often radiate to the knee The tensor fasciae latae (TFL) is a vitally important structure in providing... Lire plus...
Treating the Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions - Niel Asher Education
Treating the Iliotibial Band (ITB) | Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) | Hip Restrictions
Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL)       Tensor Fasciae Latae - Sports Massage - Stuart Hinds     TFL Trigger Points - Pain can refer midway down the lateral thigh... Lire plus...
Treating the Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL) - Niel Asher Education
Treating the Tensor Fasciae Latae (TFL)
  Leg Muscle Anatomy Showing the TFL   Treating the Tensor Fasciae Latae - Stuart Hinds    The tensor fasciae latae (TFL) muscle plays a crucial role as it provides... Lire plus...
How to Stretch for the IT Band - Niel Asher Education
How to Stretch for the IT Band
Stretching for the IT Band Post Play/Workout     The soft tissue structure of the ITB has been shown through research not to change in length by even 1% using... Lire plus...