Myofascial Chains

Evidence-based fascial continuity chains across the body.

Superficial Back Line

Foot sole · Spine · Scalp

Strong evidence — 14–15 dissection studies

Deep Front Line

Plantar arch · Spine · Cranial base

Moderate evidence — multi-segment chain

Cervicofacial Continuum

Scalp · Face · Cervical fascia

Strong evidence at flat-muscle segments — dissection-confirmed

Stecco Anterior Upper Limb Line

Sternum · Shoulder · Hand

Moderate evidence — Fascial Manipulation framework

Lateral Line

Foot · Hip · Trunk (lateral)

Partial evidence — confirmed segments only

Posterior Oblique Sling

Latissimus dorsi · TLF · Contralateral gluteus maximus

Strong evidence — dissection & EMG confirmed

Visceral Continuum — Core

Pericardium · Diaphragm

Strong evidence — direct fascial attachment

Visceral Continuum — Mesenteric/Peritoneal

Duodenum · Colon · Posterior parietal fascia

Strong evidence — Coffey/Toldt mesenteric model

Respiratory Continuum

Cervical fascia · Thorax · Diaphragm · Pelvic floor

Moderate evidence — functional respiratory chain