Soft tissue therapy applies mechanical stimulation to soft tissues for reducing pain and injuries. However, the understanding of how it works is still elusive. Does it affect the cellular and molecular level? A new study shed some light on the cellular mechanism. Studies tried to elucidate the effect at the cellular level using an
New research shows that deep pressure elicits similar pleasantness and calming effect as the affective C-tactile touch. Touch perception and cortical activation patterns for these two different types of touch are similar but distinct. The peripheral sensory afferents that transduce these sensations are different. The Social-Affective Touch Hypothesis proposes that gentle stroking and deep pressure
A new research shows that deep pressure elicits similar pleasantness and calming effect as the affective C-tactile touch. Touch perception and cortical activation patterns for these two different types of touch are similar but distinct. The peripheral sensory afferents that transduce these sensations are different. The Social-Affective Touch Hypothesis proposes that gentle stroking and deep pressure are
During the COVID-19 pandemic in China, all confirmed patients need to be treated in isolation. Patients under isolation will experience high levels of anxiety and low sleep quality. Some sleep-improving drugs may inhibit the respiratory system and worsen the condition. Therefore, researchers from Hainan hospital tried a muscle relaxation training to alleviate the anxiety
