Myofascial massage methodology for children with functional postural disorders: Concept, algorithm, eff ectiveness
https://doi.org/10.31146/2949-4664-apps-3-1-32-45
Abstract
Postural disorders are associated with the risk of osteochondrosis and disruption of internal organs functioning. At an early age, a child may develop a deformed chest resulting in problems with breathing and blood circulation.
Functional disorders of posture may lead to changes in the anatomical curves of the spine, which in turn leads to uneven distribution of the load on the spinal column. An integrated approach based on myofascial massage techniques in the rehabilitation of children with poor posture allows optimal results to be achieved. The specialist performs a set of actions using various myofascial techniques. After preparing the child’s muscles, fascia, and skin, the specialist performs active mobilization techniques to restore the tension of the myofascial structures, thereby improving the mobility of softtissues and increasing mobility in the spine.
The presented method was created, tested, and implemented at the National Medical Research Center for Children’s Health (Russia). During the procedure, the symmetrical tension of the myofascial chains was gradually restored, which in turn restored the functional relationships between the myofascial structure of all layers. The eff ectiveness of myofascial and mobilization techniques is assessed based on the restoration of the symmetry of myofascial structures, which minimizes the development of functional disorders in the spine. The results obtained demonstrate the eff ectiveness of myofascial massage techniques in the rehabilitation of children with functional postural disorders. Based on the results of the study, a positive eff ect of this method was revealed in the form of improving the quality of life of children.
About the Authors
G. S. Lupandina-Bolotova
National Medical Research Center for Children’s Health
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
E. A. Tikhonov
National Medical Research Center for Children’s Health
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
P. S. Kotelnikov
National Medical Research Center for Children’s Health
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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Lupandina-Bolotova G.S., Tikhonov E.A., Kotelnikov P.S. Myofascial massage methodology for children with functional postural disorders: Concept, algorithm, eff ectiveness. Archives of Pediatrics and Pediatric Surgery. 2025;3(1):33-46. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.31146/2949-4664-apps-3-1-32-45
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