LOWER LEG, ANKLE, & FOOT
MASSAGE TECHNIQUES

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THE KNEE
A Jalopy Story

One would think that the knee, one of anatomy’s most used and abused joints, would have a little better engineering behind it. It doesn’t. There’s a lot that can go sideways. Looking at this complicated joint from every angle helps tp gear your approach in the right direction.

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THE GASTROCNEMIUS
Did Someone Say Achilles?

The Gastrocnemius - or gastrocs as we anatomists like to say - is that rock looking protrusion in many a cyclist's calf. Why? Because a good cyclist pushes their ankles into plantar flexion with every pedal rotation to get that extra bolt of speed. It's their secret sauce.

THE SOLEUS
Hiding In The Shadows

Hovering in the shadow of the Gastrocnemius, the Soleus should not be overlooked. It is a strong contributor to when you want to perch up on your tippy toes and grab something from the top shelf. It is also a collector or trigger points and scars. Learning how to get around the gastrocs and into this hidden gem can unlock a lot of lower leg issues.

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THE PLANTAR FASCIA
And The -Itis It Is Famous For

Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most widely recognized dysfunctions of the foot, and perhaps the whole body. The tightening of this thick sheet of connective tissue that lies under the skin and superficial to the muscles of the plantar aspect of the foot can take the rug out from under you, so to speak. The anatomy and kinesiology of this foot fragment (the plantar aponeurosis being the main component) is fundamental to the fasciitis it can develop. Fun!

TIBIALIS ANTERIOR
The Shin Splint Puppeteer

The Tibialis Anterior is probably most famous (or infamous I should say) for its role in shin splints. Like a puppeteer for the foot, this long shin muscle lays flat along the lateral tibia, reaches across the foot and grabs on to the arch. It can be seen tapping to the beat of a good song, balancing a hacky sack, or letting go of a gas pedal. Loving the Tibialis Anterior is essential loving the foot.

COMING SOON
Free Tutorials

We are adding tutorials regularly, so check back for Lower Leg, Ankle & Foot tutorials soon! Until then, we suggest you explore the Hip & Upper Leg massage tutorials.

Stay tuned for more great massage method and technique tutorials! If there is a specific method you'd like to see demonstrated or detailed, email us at rebel-info@rebelmassage.com.

LOWER LEG, ANKLE, & FOOT
MASSAGE TECHNIQUES

THE KNEE
A Jalopy Story

THE GASTROCNEMIUS
Did Someone Say Achilles?

THE SOLEUS
Hiding In The Shadows

THE PLANTAR FASCIA
And The -Itis It Is Famous For

TIBIALIS ANTERIOR
The Shin Splint Puppeteer

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LOWER LEG, ANKLE, & FOOT MASSAGE TECHNIQUES

THE KNEE A Jalopy Story

THE GASTROCNEMIUS Did Someone Say Achilles?

THE SOLEUS Hiding In The Shadows

THE PLANTAR FASCIA And The -Itis It Is Famous For

TIBIALIS ANTERIOR The Shin Splint Puppeteer

COMING SOON Free Tutorials

DISCOVER

Podcast Blog Shop Referrals (coming soon)

LEARN

CE Courses Massage Tutorials Memberships Newsletter

LOWER LEG, ANKLE, & FOOT
MASSAGE TECHNIQUES

THE KNEE
A Jalopy Story

THE GASTROCNEMIUS
Did Someone Say Achilles?

THE SOLEUS
Hiding In The Shadows

THE PLANTAR FASCIA
And The -Itis It Is Famous For

TIBIALIS ANTERIOR
The Shin Splint Puppeteer

COMING SOON
Free Tutorials

Podcast
Blog
Shop
Referrals (coming soon)

CE Courses
Massage Tutorials
Memberships
Newsletter