2018 Abstracts

1. ANATOMY
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Influence of adhesion-related fascial gliding restrictions on dermal and articular movement
• Is there a fascial canal for the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve?
• Differences between Dog and Horse Fascia: A Histological Investigation
• The intraforaminal ligaments are mostly not connected to the lumbar spinal nerves
• Anatomical and functional relationships between external oblique muscle and posterior layer of thoracolumbar fascia
• Role of fasciae around the median nerve in pathogenesis of carpal tunnel syndrome: microscopic and ultrasound study
• Distinct viscoelastic behavior of internal and external rectus abdominis fascia, consequences for our notion of abdominal wall function

Poster Presentation

• Denonvilliers‘ fascia: Gender differences of its fascial architecture
• Hormone receptor expression in human fascial tissue and modulation of the extracellular matrix according to the hormone levels
• Can the Fascial Mobilization Improve the Dimension of the Carpal Tunnel? From cadaver lab to clinical practice
• Ultrasound imaging of abdominal muscles and fasciae
• The Superficial and Deep Fascia System in the Upper and Lower Limbs: Functional and Clinical Implications
• Is the Superficial Back Line an Anatomical or Functional Structure? Anatomical & clinical study
• What is Lost and What is Gained? An Overview of the Fascia in Dissection Techniques and How it Has Changed our Perception of What It Is
• Deep Fascia Compartments in the Upper Extremity. Clinical and Therapeutic Implications
• Morphometric and Dynamic Measurements of Muscular Fascia in Healthy Individuals using Ultrasound Imaging: a Summary of the Discrepancies and Gaps in the Current Literature
• The Mesentery; Re-Mapping Visceral Fascia to Improve Outcomes
• Biological effects of direct and indirect manipulation of the fascial system. Narrative review
• Tendon fascia continuity, the glenoid labrum: An adaptable dynamic ring

2. ASSESSMENT METHODS
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Myofascial versus conventional physiotherapy in post-mastectomy patients: a randomized controlled trial
• Reliability of Modified Adheremeter and Digital Pressure Algometer in Measuring Normal Abdominal Tissue and C-Section Scars
• The influence of an instrument-assisted, myofascial treatment on structural and functional properties of the lower back in female soccer players: study design of a placebo-controlled RCT
• Assessing the implementation of myofascial techniques in patients with symptoms of accessory nerve damage after oncologic treatment in the head and neck regions
• Interrater reliability of ultrasound elastography to examine the stiffness and elasticity of muscles and fascia of the lower extremity in healthy adults
• Quantitative analysis of the gliding between subcutaneous tissue and vastus lateralis – influence of the dense connective tissue of the myofascia
• Effects of manual Inter-Structural Release on gliding ability of the biceps brachii and brachialis during passive supination of the forearm

Poster Presentation

• The Effects of Dry Cupping Therapy on Muscle Thickness and Elasticity of Upper Back Muscles
• Measuring the morphological characteristerics of thoracolumbar fascia in ultrasound images: an inter-rater reliability study
• The health benefits of Tai Chi: A review of systematic reviews
• Elasticity of Fresh, Frozen or Embalmed Human Iliotobial Tract
• Iliotobial Band Elasticity Evaluated with Shear Wave Elastography After Osteopathic Recoil Technique on the Fibula
• Quantifying changes in patella tendon mechanical properties during a training season in a world class shot-putter. A case study.
• Standardized assessment of fascial tissue properties related to achillodynia and plantar fasciosis. A proposed study design.
• A novel approach of physical assessment of upper limb fascia in graft-versus-host-disease – Pilot Study
• Acute effects of foam rolling with different pressure loads on viscosity of myofascial tissue and joint flexibility – a randomized controlled trial
• Validity and reliability of a custom software program using optical flow algorithm for tissue excursion measurement using ultrasound
• Use of Sequenced OMT (Osteopathic Manual Treatment) and AGR-H model to Identify and Resolve Control Parameters inhibiting Optimal Motor Control in a BioTensegrity System: Measured Utliizing a Pressure Sensitive Treadmill
• The Role of Neurogenic Inflammation and Diagnostic Strain Elastographyin Nonspecific Low Back Pain

3. BIOMECHANICAL ASPECTS
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Acute effects of foam rolling on passive stiffness, stretch sensation and fascial sliding: a randomized controlled trial
• Fascia Lata Numerical Model with Discrete Element Method: Relationship Between Micro and Macroscale for Tensile Tests Until Rupture
• Self-Myofascial Vibro-Shearing: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Biomechanical and Related Changes in Male Breakdancers
• The Role of Intra- and Epimuscular Fasciae Beyond Being Passive Structural Elements: MRI Analyses Indicate That They Interfere with, and Affect Muscle‘s Active Mechanics
• Fascial Waves Transmit Forces to Distant Points
• Macro-mechanobiology of Scarring: In vivo human study of scar stiffness using shear-wave elastography
• Vibration Based Shearing Technique (Vibro-Shearing) Versus Rolling Technique in Terms of Tissue Hydration, Stiffness, Elasticity and Thermography: A Double Controlled, Standardized Study

Poster Presentation

• Mechanical Evaluation of the Role of Intra-Abdominal Pressure within the Thoracolumbar Fascia in Postural Asymmetry: A Finite Element Study
• Gait symmetry and neuro-myofasical activity
• The effect of serosa on active smooth muscle contraction in gastro-intestine
• Fascial Waves Transmit Forces to Distant Points
• Relation between the myofascial trigger points and pain intensity, by elastography and B-mode ultrasound
• Self-Myofascial Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain and Stress: A Controlled Trial Employing a Myofascial Manipulation Tool

4. CLINICAL STUDIES
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Effectiveness of Fascial Manipulation and Eccentric Exercise for Lateral Elbow Pain
• Investigations on muscle composition and muscle power in older people
• The effect of manual inter-structural release on glenohumeral internal rotation range and gliding between the infraspinatus and posterior deltoid
• Immediate effects of myofascial induction of quadratus lumborum in postural orientation of standing asymptomatic subjects
• The quality of current Myofascial release research. Where we are? Critical appraisal findings of three randomized controlled trials and a systematic review
• Myofascial Release improves pain and disability in non-specific chronic low back pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial
• Influence of fascial manipulation on Range of motion,pain and functions in individuals with chronic shoulder pain

Poster Presentation

• Fascial Manipulation Method as a Treatment for Pain, Atrophy and Skin Depigmentation after Pes Anserine Bursa Corticosteroid Injection
• Resultes of Osteopathic Treatment of Patients with Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
• Soft Tissue Mobilization Techniques Are Effective in Treating Chronic Pain Following Caesarean Section: A Multi-Center Randomized Clinical Trial
• Osteopathic manipulative treatment including specific diaphragm techniques improves pain and disability in chronic non-specific low back pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial
• Gliding of the gastrocnemius medialis in flexion contracture with osteoarthritis of the knee
• Fascial unwinding effects on patients with chronic neck pain
• Study on Mechanism of the Increase of Range of Motion by Foam Rolling
• Effects of Myofascial Release therapy in gastroesophageal reflux disease: A Randomized Clinical Trial
• Stecco‘s Points Versus Sham Points for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• The Effect of Myofascial Manipulation in The Case of a Child with Myelomeningocele
• Effects of manual inter-tissue release on the excursion behavior of the gastrocnemius

5. FASCIA IN SPORTS AND MOVEMENT
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Functional ankle properties improved following supplementation with collagen peptides in subjects with chronic ankle instability
• Increases in Biceps Brachii Fascia Thickness After Eccentric Exercise of the Elbow Flexors
• Biceps Brachii Fascia Movement During Eccentric Muscle Contractions of the Elbow Flexors in Relation to Muscle Damage
• Anisotropic elastic properties of the fascia lata during muscle contraction at different intensities – a shear wave elastography study
• New Applications of Fascial Findings in High-Performance Human Movement
• Flossing: An alternative treatment approach to Osgood-Schlatter‘s disease – Case report of an adolescent soccer player
• Ultrasound evaluation of the effect of an endurance training programme on the thoracolumbar fascia of healthy adults

Poster Presentation

• Effects of Myofascial Induction on mobility and motor control in Head and neck cancer survivors. A randomized, crossover, and single blind study
• Aquatic Manual Therapy: Evaluation of therapeutic aquatic soft tissue manipulation and specific stabilizing exercises in the treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain with radiologic diagnosis of spondylolisthesis
• The effectiveness of therapeutic compression methods for recovery of fascia cruris after an dynamic strength training
• Effects of a fascia roll intervention with additional vibration stimulation on the elasticity of the thoracolumbar fascia
• A Multi-Modal Approach to Lower Back Pain: Marrying Established Fascial Connections, Autogenic Inhibition, and Corrective Exercise
• Structural Integration 10-series on Balance and Postural Alignment in Soccer Players
• The Immediate Effect of Myofascial Release in Upper Extremity of Adult Male Body Builders

6. FASCIAL PATHOLOGIES
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Does fascial manipulation and myofascial surgery reduce spasticity and improve function of upper limb in cerebral palsy?
• Presence of Widespread Pressure Pain Hypersensitivity and Myofascial Pain in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors
• Oral supplementation of specific collagen peptides accelerates improvement in Achilles tendon pain and function in combination with a tailored exercise program
• Human Recombinant Hyaluronidase Injections For Upper Limb Muscle Stiffness in Individuals With Cerebral Injury: A Case Series
• The Immediate and Long Term Effects of Negative Pressure Soft Tissue Mobilization on the Iliotibial Bands of Runners using Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Effects of Kinesio Taping on Thoracolumbal Fascia Flexibility in Patients with Subacromial Impingement Syndrome

Poster Presentation

• Outcome of treatment of myofascial pain syndrome using a sequenced multidisciplinary rehabilitation protocol
• The use of fascial techniques in the treatment of sciatica
• ’DSS* Fascia Care‘ Improving Range of Motion and Gait in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy – (*Dynamic Spatial Stimulation)
• ’DSS* Fascia Care‘ Improving Quality of Life in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (*Dynamic Spatial Stimulation)
• Practice of DBM Fasciatherapy for Low Back Pain

7. MATRIX BIOLOGY AND FLUID DYNAMICS
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Quantification of hyaluronan in human fasciae and implication in myofascial pain and chondrosarcoma tumor invasiveness
• Contractile properties of rat lumbar fascia

Poster Presentation

• Eggshell membrane application and ingestion improve skin elasticity

8. NEW HYPOTHESES AND EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH METHODS
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Assessment of pain quality reveals distinct differences between low back fascia and muscle pain in humans
• Longitudinal analysis of inflammatory, psychological, and sleep-related factors following an acute low back pain episode: A potential factor in tissue effects in low back pain
• Added benefits of the Aquatic Environment to Manual Fascial Release of Tensor Fascia Lata and Iliotibial Band
• Ultrasound-guided dry needling for abnormal fascia improved chronic mandibular numbness for 6 years after orthodontic surgery: a case report

Poster Presentation

• Bidirectional Skin Tensioning Creates Subcutaneous Fascial Movement
• Heat Induced Relaxation and its Role for Myofascial Resting Tone
• Effect of different sounds on peak expiratory flow rate
• Effectiveness of Fascial Manipulation in improving pain and dysfunction in persons with early Knee Osteoarthritis
• Effects of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) on Pain Index and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in Patients with Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain (LBP)
• Modern Methods in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Soft Tissues in Myofascial Pain Syndrome in the Cervical Spine Regions in People Aged 20 to 35

9. PHENOMENLOGICAL AND PHILOSOPHICAL ASPECTS
   Oral Paper Presentation

• Study of the identity changes of a group of physiotherapists who practise DBM Fasciatherapy
• Visceral fascial mobilization to treat functional constipation in stroke survivors: A randomized, controlled, double-blind, clinical trial

10. SENSORY ASPECTS
    Oral Paper Presentation

• The role of the autonomic nervous system in the development of exercise induced muscle damage: results of a RCT
• The acuity of joint position sense in elite ballet dancers
• Nocicpetive Input from the Posterior Lumbar Fascia and the Back Muscles in Chronic Low Back Pain

Poster Presentation

• Effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment on vestibulo-ocular reflex gain-symmetry assessed with video head impulse test
• Effect of fascia manipulation on persistence of pain in posttraumatic amputation stumps
• Personality and behaviour change through the fascial work
• Fasciatherapy to Reverse an Alzheimer Diagnosis: a Case Study
• Osteopathic Fascial Unwinding: A maximalist approach and its effects on interoception

11. SURGICAL ASPECTS
    Poster Presentation

• Bone Healing Potential of Fascia Lata Autograft to Humeral Head Footprint in Rotator Cuff Reconstruction
• The effect of upper extremity myofascial surgery on muscle tone and functional outcome in persons with spastic cerebral palsy

12. VETERINARY ASPECTS
    Oral Paper Presentation

• Electroacupuncture and Massage Mobilize Mesenchymal Stem Cells Into Circulation in Canines
• Fascial connections of peripheral nerve of the horse
• New fascial finding: Band-like structure between m. vastus lateralis and m. biceps femoris
• Equine myofascial lines: Verification and validation of three profound lines – and discovery of a new line

Poster Presentation

• Equine Myodural Bridge, a novel discovery – gross anatomy, histology and in vitro MRI
• Equine dissection study investigating the underlying anatomy of acupuncture points and meridians from a fascia perspective
• Effect of the noseband positioning to the fascial and neural dynamics of the head