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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

Flick, Tap, and Stretch: Diagnosing and Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Niel Asher Education
Flick, Tap, and Stretch: Diagnosing and Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Diagnosing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most well-known conditions affecting the wrist and hand. It’s that frustrating, sometimes painful issue that... Read more...
Common Hand Injuries
Tackling RSI Hand Injuries: Symptoms, Treatments, and Self-Help Tips
Why RSI Hand Injuries Are So Common Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are becoming increasingly common, especially in our modern world dominated by technology. Think about it: how often do you... Read more...
Wrist Sprains - How To Find Trigger Points - Niel Asher Education
Wrist Sprains - How To Find Trigger Points
  Trigger Point Overview - Wrist Extensors   Trigger points in the wrist extensor muscles are incredibly common and are often related to repetitive strain injuries, primarily associated with gripping.... Read more...
Understanding and Managing Common Wrist Flexor Injuries: Symptoms, Treatments, and Trigger Points - Niel Asher Education
Understanding and Managing Common Wrist Flexor Injuries: Symptoms, Treatments, and Trigger Points
  Wrist flexor injuries are prevalent, particularly among individuals engaged in repetitive activities or sports that strain the wrist and forearm muscles Understanding the symptoms and treatments for these injuries... Read more...
How to Differentiate Carpal Tunnel Syndrome from Myofascial Pain? - Niel Asher Education
How to Differentiate Carpal Tunnel Syndrome from Myofascial Pain?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome        Testing for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome     Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a progressive affliction which may be caused by direct trauma or repetitive... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Nerve Entrapment Syndromes - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - Nerve Entrapment Syndromes
  Nerve Entrapment Syndromes - Stuart Hinds   Nerve Entrapment Syndromes Nerve entrapments are not overly common but well worth exploring as trigger point therapy has been demonstrated to relieve... Read more...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome | Soft Tissue Therapy | Trigger Point Release - Niel Asher Education
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome | Soft Tissue Therapy | Trigger Point Release
  Early recognition and effective action has a significant impact on recovery time CTS is a terribly debilitating and frustrating condition and although we do see more and more referrals... Read more...
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Self Help) - Niel Asher Education
Trigger Point Therapy - Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Self Help)
Carpal Tunnel - Taping may help provide relief and aid the healing process   CTS can usually be treated with manual therapy and self managed care The carpal tunnel is... Read more...
Pronator Teres - Static Cupping - Niel Asher Education
Pronator Teres - Static Cupping
Treating Pronator Teres Trigger Points - Static Cupping     Cupping Set + Online Course + Certification   Treating Pronator Teres Trigger Points Trigger Points in Pronator Teres are a... Read more...