Myofascial Release Bristol / Superficial front line
Anatomy Trains
Superficial front line
The Superficial Front Line runs up the front of the body from the tops of the toes to the side of the skull. It balances the back line and shortens when we sit or curl forward for long periods.
Route
Where the Superficial Front Line runs
The line begins on the top of the toes, runs up the front of the shin, through the quadriceps and the kneecap tendon to the front of the pelvis, then up the rectus abdominis to the breastbone and along the sternocleidomastoid at the side of the neck to the skull behind the ear.
- Toe extensors and tibialis anterior
- Quadriceps
- Rectus abdominis
- Sternal Fascia
- Sternocleidomastoid
When it tightens
Signs of a tight Superficial Front Line
A short front line pulls the chest down, tips the pelvis forward and pushes the head ahead of the shoulders. People notice shin tightness, knee pain at the front, a stiff chest and a strained neck when looking up.
Treatment
Releasing the Superficial Front Line
The shins, quadriceps and the front of the hip are released first, then the abdomen, breastbone and the side of the neck. Releasing the front line often lets the back and neck muscles stop working so hard, so standing tall feels easier.
Questions
Superficial front line: questions answered
Does sitting tighten the front line?
Yes. Long periods of sitting keep the hips and trunk folded and shorten the front line.
Can it affect breathing?
A tight chest and abdomen can restrict how freely the ribcage moves when you breathe.
Which problems involve this line?
Front of knee pain, neck strain and a rounded posture often involve the front line.
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