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ANATOMYMuscles, movement and functional relationships
CONDITIONSCommon pain patterns, injuries and presentations
TECHNIQUESMassage, manual therapy and rehabilitation approaches
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Blogs and Articles

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... Lire plus...
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... Lire plus...
Shoulder Function and Anatomy: Understanding the Complex Dynamics of the Shoulder Joint - Niel Asher Education
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... Lire plus...
Golfer’s Elbow: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Treat It - Niel Asher Education
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... Lire plus...
Massage Therapy for Frozen Shoulder - Niel Asher Education
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... Lire plus...
Trigger Points in the Piriformis Muscle: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - Niel Asher Education
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... Lire plus...
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... Lire plus...
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... Lire plus...
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.... Lire plus...
Understanding Wrist Drop and the Role of Massage Therapy in Its Treatment - Niel Asher Education
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... Lire plus...
Free Tutorial: Groin Strain Sports Massage - Niel Asher Education
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... Lire plus...
Muscle Cramps and the Role of Massage Therapy - Niel Asher Education
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... Lire plus...
Neck Pain: Types and the Role of Bowen Therapy - Niel Asher Education
Neck Pain: Types and the Role of Bowen Therapy
Neck pain is a prevalent condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can stem from various causes and present with different symptoms, ranging from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating... Lire plus...
Achilles Tendinopathy and the Role of Massage Therapy - Niel Asher Education
Achilles Tendinopathy and the Role of Massage Therapy
Achilles tendinopathy is a condition that affects the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. This tendon is crucial for activities that involve walking, running, and... Lire plus...
Fibromyalgia: The Role of Massage Therapy in Managing Symptoms - Niel Asher Education
Fibromyalgia: The Role of Massage Therapy in Managing Symptoms
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties, often referred to as "fibro fog." It affects millions of people worldwide, predominantly women,... Lire plus...
Pregnancy Massage
Massage During Pregnancy: Benefits and Considerations
Pregnancy is a time of profound physical and emotional changes, and many expectant mothers seek out massage therapy as a way to relieve discomfort, reduce stress, and support their overall... Lire plus...
Understanding Bowen Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide - Niel Asher Education
Understanding Bowen Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide
Bowen Therapy, also known as the Bowen Technique, is a form of gentle bodywork that originated in Australia in the 1950s, developed by Thomas Ambrose Bowen Bowen has since gained... Lire plus...
Teres Minor Trigger Points
Understanding the Teres Minor Muscle: Anatomy, Trigger Points, and Trigger Point Therapy
The human shoulder is a complex and highly mobile joint that relies on the coordinated function of various muscles. Among the key players in this system is the teres minor,... Lire plus...