In this overview, new and existent material on the organization and composition of the
thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) will be evaluated in respect to its anatomy, innervation …

This article focuses on the (functional) anatomy and biomechanics of the pelvic girdle and
specifically the sacroiliac joints (SIJ s). The SIJ s are essential for effective load transfer …

It is generally accepted that increasing the flexibility of a muscle-tendon unit promotes better
performances and decreases the number of injuries. Stretching exercises are regularly …

Increasing documentation on the size and appearance of muscles in the lumbar spine of low
back pain (LBP) patients is available in the literature. However, a comparative study …

Background Muscular tightness is frequently postulated as an intrinsic risk factor for the
development of a muscle injury. However, very little prospective data exist to prove this …

Background Altered muscle activity in the scapular muscles is commonly believed to be a
factor contributing to shoulder impingement syndrome. However, one important measure of …

Work related neck disorders are common problems in office workers, especially among
those who are intensive computer users. It is generally agreed that the etiology of work …

The purpose of this study was to compare the reliability of trunk muscle activity measured by
means of surface electromyography (EMG) during maximal and sub-maximal voluntary …

Retrospective studies have suggested various factors that might cause a disposition to
develop patellar tendinitis, but no prospective data exist to determine any relationships. The …

Objectives The aim of the present study was to systematically review the literature
addressing pain-induced changes in the brain related to central sensitization in patients with …