The term “self-myofascial release” is ubiquitous in the rehabilitation and training literature
and purports that the use of foam rollers and other similar devices release myofascial …

The pelvic floor functions as a holistic entity. The organs, bladder, bowel, smooth and
striated muscles, nerves, ligaments and other connective tissues are directed cortically and …

The deep fascia is a three‐dimensional continuum of connective tissue surrounding the
bones, muscles, nerves and blood vessels throughout our body. Its importance in chronically …

The fascia can be defined as a dynamic highly complex connective tissue network
composed of different types of cells embedded in the extracellular matrix and nervous fibers …

The superficial fascia has only recently been recognized as a specific anatomical structure.
Furthermore, whereas it is actually recognized that the innervation of the deep/muscular …

The fascial tissue includes solid and liquid fascia (body fluids such as blood and lymph). The
fascia's nomenclature is the subject of debate in the academic world, as it is classified …

Aging is a one-way process associated with profound structural and functional changes in
the organism. Indeed, the neuromuscular system undergoes a wide remodeling, which …

(1) Background: Inflammatory processes in the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) lead to
thickening, compaction, and fibrosis and are thought to contribute to the development of …

Changes in tissue stiffness are associated with pathological conditions such as myofascial
pain and increased risk of muscle injury. Furthermore, they have been shown to modify …

Background: In physiotherapy, the classic muscle–bone concept is used to translate basic
and clinical anatomy. By defining the anatomical structures from superficial to deeper layers …