Explore lower leg, ankle, and foot massage tutorials designed for therapists and curious learners. Build practical skills, understand anatomy, and improve outcomes for mobility, circulation, and grounded movement.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Use this section to provide a concise description of your product's details. Share information about its appearance, materials, colors, sizing options, and manufacturing origin. Highlight its visual appeal, tactile qualities, and unique design features.
Rebel Massage blends professional massage therapy products with anatomy-led education to support better hands-on work. We create functional bodywork butters, massage oils, and educational resources for massage therapists and anyone curious about how bodies actually work.
Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
