I cannot point to any research papers, but here are a few books if you are curious: - Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma and Healing Trauma: A Pioneering Program

I cannot point to any research papers, but here are a few books if you are curious: - Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma and Healing Trauma: A Pioneering Program for Restoring the Wisdom of Your Body by Dr. Peter Levine - The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D Some other keywords to research: complex trauma or CPTSD, somatic experiencing or somatic psychotherapy. Here is one that points to the psychological effects of myofascial issues: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/233680399_Myofascial_Trigger_Points_An_Evidence-Informed_Review https://www.researchgate.net/publication/233680399_Myofascia...