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Human Fasciae: Histological and Physiopathological Perspective
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Human Fasciae: Histological and Physiopathological Perspective

A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Physiology and Pathology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (30 October 2023) | Viewed by 3384

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Antonio Stecco

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School of Medicine, New York University, New York, NY, USA
Interests: fascia disorders; connective tissue; densification; hyaluronan; biomechanics; muscle stiffness
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Prof. Dr. Carla Stecco

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Department of Neuroscience, Institute of Anatomy, University of Padova, Via Gabelli 65, 35127 Padova, Italy
Interests: fascial anatomy; histology
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Dr. Carmelo Pirri

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Department of Neurosciences, Institute of Human Anatomy, University of Padova, 35121 Padua, Italy
Interests: fascial physiopathology; fascial ultrasonography; connective tissue; molecular medicine; regenerative medicine; ultrasound imaging; rehabilitation; sports injuries; biomechanics; pain medicine; neurorehabilitation; musculoskeletal disorders
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

In the past 15 years, multiple articles have appeared that target connective tissue as an important component of treatment in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. To better understand the possible actions of connective tissue treatments, there is a need to clarify the interactions of connective tissue with various other structures: muscles, nerves, vessels, and organs. Connective tissue is present throughout the body. However, different kinds of connective tissue exist that can affect superficial structures such as the lymphatic system, superficial vein system, and thermoregulation; as well as deep structures such as mechanical coordination, proprioception, load transmission, and neuroreceptors. Due to the different anatomical locations and qualities of connective tissues, it is important to recognize that different approach modalities have to be taken into consideration when planning a treatment.

Despite a growing number of studies, the understanding of the etiopathogenesis of connective tissue dysfunctions remain poorly understood. Therefore, a better understanding of the available data and further investigation of the molecular and biomechanical mechanisms are imperative in order to significantly improve the understanding of the origin of connective tissue dysfunction and the efficacy of its treatment.

Given the importance of connective tissue disorders in both medicine and research, the Journal Life is launching this Special Issue.

We encourage you and your co-workers to submit your articles reporting on this topic. Reviews and original research articles dealing with the anatomical, histological and physiopathological aspects associated with connective tissue dysfunctions in both experimental models and humans are particularly welcome.

Prof. Dr. Antonio Stecco
Prof. Dr. Carla Stecco
Dr. Carmelo Pirri
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • connective tissue
  • deep fascia
  • superficial fascia
  • retinacula
  • muscle stiffness
  • hyaluronan
  • densification
  • biomechanics
  • therapies

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Efficacy of Deep Dry Needling versus Percutaneous Electrolysis in Ultrasound-Guided Treatment of Active Myofascial Trigger Points of the Levator Scapulae in Short-Term: A Randomized Controlled Trial
by Ana Isabel Benito-de-Pedro, Ricardo Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo, Marta Elena Losa-Iglesias, David Rodríguez-Sanz, César Calvo-Lobo and María Benito-de-Pedro
Life 2023, 13(4), 939; https://doi.org/10.3390/life13040939 - 3 Apr 2023
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Deep dry needling (DDN) and percutaneous electrolysis (PE) provide the benefit of the mechanical effect of the needle, and PE adds the potential advantages of the galvanic current it incorporates in myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) therapy. The aim of this study was to [...] Read more.
Deep dry needling (DDN) and percutaneous electrolysis (PE) provide the benefit of the mechanical effect of the needle, and PE adds the potential advantages of the galvanic current it incorporates in myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) therapy. The aim of this study was to compare the short-term efficacy between PE and DDN on active MTrPs of the levator scapulae by considering pain intensity. A simple-blind randomized controlled trial was carried out, recruiting patients suffering from non-specific neck pain lasting more than 3 months and with active MTrPs in the levator scapulae muscle (n = 52). Patients were divided into intervention (PE; n = 26) and control (DDN; n = 26) groups and received one treatment session on the active MTrPs of the levator scapulae. Patients were assessed for pain intensity, pressure pain threshold (PPT), cervical range of motion (CROM), neck disability and post-needling soreness, immediately after treatment, at 72 h and at 14 days. In addition, pain during treatment was recorded after the procedure. There were no significant differences for pain intensity, post-needling soreness and PPT. We found significant differences in CROM, immediately after treatment (p = 0.043), and at 72 h (p = 0.045), in favor of the PE group. Significant differences were found for neck disability (p < 0.047), immediately post-treatment, in favor of the DDN group. Moreover, there were significant differences for pain during the intervention (p < 0.002), in favor of the DDN group (4.54 ± 2.21) versus the PE group (6.54 ± 2.27). PE and DDN appear to have similar short-term effects. PE proved to be a more painful treatment than DDN. Clinical trial registry: NCT04157426. Full article
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