ABSTRACT
Myofascial force transmission extends beyond the usual proximal and distal muscle attachments via the parietal myofasciae. A map of “myofascial meridians” is proposed to trace common patterns of postural compensation via myofascial force transmission. Possible contributions from these fascial kinetic chains to nonspecific low-back pain (NSLBP) are tracked to the lumbopelvic junction on five of these myofascial chains. Three common postural patterns—anterior pelvic shift, pelvic tilt, and posterior rib cage shift—are delineated, and visual assessment protocols are presented. Generalized strategies toward more functional balance in gait, stance, and ADLs are outlined.
