January 2018 PMID 29317079

Biotensegrity and myofascial chains: A global approach to an integrated kinetic chain.

S L Dischiavi, A A Wright, E J Hegedus, C M Bleakley

Mentions

17
Peak: 4 in May 2020
across 4 sources since Jan 2020

Extended reach

20,123
potential audience

Total likes

64

Video views

4,134

Mentions per month

Jan 2020 – Mar 2024

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter6 posts
  • YouTube5 videos
  • Facebook4 posts
  • News2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collective discussions reflect a positive reception of the article's emphasis on systemic musculoskeletal interactions, with posts describing it as a significant contribution to understanding movement holistically. Words like 'well written', 'exploring', and 'beyond isolated muscles' emphasize curiosity and appreciation, indicating genuine interest and recognition of its potential impact in fields such as physiotherapy and anatomy.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the value of the article, describing it as a well-written hypothesis that supports the concept of interconnected muscular systems.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest by highlighting the novel ideas of biotensegrity and integrated kinetic chains, with phrases like 'exploring the concept' and 'beyond isolated muscles'.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments indicate a moderate level of engagement, with references to the article's content and its implications for understanding human movement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the article could influence how practitioners view muscle coordination and movement, though they mostly focus on the conceptual level rather than direct application.

Abstract in brief

  • The article emphasizes that human movement is a complex, interconnected system involving multiple body systems, and understanding it holistically offers better insights than traditional reductionist approaches.
  • It introduces the concept of biotensegrity, where bones are held in place by tension in surrounding muscular chains, suggesting that muscles work together as a global network rather than isolated structures.
  • Evidence from anatomy supports the idea that muscles form continuous, interconnected chains throughout the body, allowing for dynamic adjustments and patterns during movement, highlighting the importance of viewing human movement as an integrated whole.]

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Apr 10, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 6,631 followers View post →
Steve D, PT, PhD, DPT, MPT, SCS, ATC, COMT
@finishfirst_pt · X

Article: Biotensegrity and Myofascial Chains: A Global Approach to an Integrated Kinetic Chain https://t.co/oTBLTLEPHk via @researchgate

Jan 2, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 666 followers View post →
Andrew Sheaff
@AndrewKSheaff · X

Beyond isolated muscles. https://t.co/zEx4oS1p9F

Mar 12, 2020 · 2,620 followers View post →
Susan Lowell de Solórzano
@1Biotensegrity · X

RT @Gabry91xyz:

Apr 10, 2021 · 1 share · 2,019 followers View post →
Susan Lowell de Solórzano
@1Biotensegrity · X

RT @kesavasampath: A well written hypothesis paper exploring the concept of biotensegrity and kinetic chains. #physio #osteos @IntJournalO…

Mar 6, 2024 · 4 shares · 2,019 followers View post →
Susan Lowell de Solórzano
@1Biotensegrity · X

RT @finishfirst_pt: Article: Biotensegrity and Myofascial Chains: A Global Approach to an Integrated Kinetic Chain https://t.co/oTBLTLEPHk…

Mar 3, 2020 · 1 share · 2,019 followers View post →

All mentions

Susan Lowell de Solórzano
@1Biotensegrity · X

RT @kesavasampath: A well written hypothesis paper exploring the concept of biotensegrity and kinetic chains. #physio #osteos @IntJournalO…

Mar 6, 2024 · 4 shares · 2,019 followers View post →
Susan Lowell de Solórzano
@1Biotensegrity · X

RT @Gabry91xyz:

Apr 10, 2021 · 1 share · 2,019 followers View post →
BinaryX
@binaryx_gg · X

Apr 10, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 6,631 followers View post →
Andrew Sheaff
@AndrewKSheaff · X

Beyond isolated muscles. https://t.co/zEx4oS1p9F

Mar 12, 2020 · 2,620 followers View post →
Susan Lowell de Solórzano
@1Biotensegrity · X

RT @finishfirst_pt: Article: Biotensegrity and Myofascial Chains: A Global Approach to an Integrated Kinetic Chain https://t.co/oTBLTLEPHk…

Mar 3, 2020 · 1 share · 2,019 followers View post →
Steve D, PT, PhD, DPT, MPT, SCS, ATC, COMT
@finishfirst_pt · X

Article: Biotensegrity and Myofascial Chains: A Global Approach to an Integrated Kinetic Chain https://t.co/oTBLTLEPHk via @researchgate

Jan 2, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 666 followers View post →