Background. Neck pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal diseases. Fu's
subcutaneous needling therapy is a special acupuncture method that targets muscle trigger …

This cohort-based cross-sectional study compares the original (OV) and a newly developed
standardized version (SV) of the Bunkie Test, a physical test used to assess the dorsal chain …

Purpose: To investigate the effect of isometric prone trunk extension (IPTE) contraction
intensity on the stiffness of erector spinae (ES), semitendinosus (ST), biceps femoris (BF) …

Background/aim: Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is a common chronic pain syndrome that
may affect quality of life, daily living activities, and psychological status. Ultrasound (US) …

The aim of this randomized, controlled study was to investigate the effect of visual feedback
through visual targets on muscle activity, balance, and gait in stroke patients. Patients were …

For the treatment of large chondral and osteochondral defects of the knee, osteochondral
allograft transplantation (OCA) is an effective solution with relatively high rates of return to …

Abstract Background Myofascial (self-) treatments, such as foam rollers to therapeutic
instruments in manual therapy, are utilized increasingly in prevention and therapy in healthy …

Background: Instrument-assisted manual therapy (IAMT) is indicated to improve flexibility,
reduce pain, and induce hyperaemia locally and along myofascial chains. The underlying …

Background Connective tissue links the skeletal muscles, creating a body-wide network of
continuity. A recent in-vivo experiment demonstrated that passive elongation of the calf …

Introduction Myofascial release (MFR) is a form of manual therapy that involves the
application of a low load, long duration stretch to the myofascial complex intended to restore …