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What are fasciae, what are their functions and what can be done against agglutinated fasciae? We clarify the most important questions.
What are fasciae?
Our muscles, muscle fibers, tendons, and bones are all surrounded by connective tissue called fascia (lat. fascia). They are barely a few millimeters thick, and they are white with a hint of transparency. The fundamental components of fascia, which is a network that runs throughout the entire body, are water and the proteins collagen and elastin.
What types of fascia are there?
A distinction is made between three different types of fascia:
- superficial fascia
- deep fascia
- visceral fascia
Superficial fasciae consist of loose connective tissue and can stretch. They are primarily responsible for water and fat storage and serve as a buffer between organs.
The deep fascia surrounds our muscles, bones and joints and prevents individual muscle fibers from rubbing against each other. Because there are also many pain receptors on the deep fascia tissue, it can respond to injuries to the fascia and nerves.
Visceral fascia include, for example, the meninges or the peritoneum. They protect and fix the organs, which is why they are less stretchable than the superficial fasciae.
What is the function of fascia?
Our muscles, muscle fibers, tendons, and bones are all surrounded by connective tissue called fascia (lat. fascia). They are barely a few millimeters thick, and they are white with a hint of transparency. The fundamental components of fascia, which is a network that runs throughout the entire body, are water and the proteins collagen and elastin.
What are the causes of agglutinated fascia?
The most frequent reasons of trapped fascia tissue include stress, injury, overuse, and lack of exercise. Fascia loses tension, hardens, and attaches to the surrounding tissue when it isn’t stressed sufficiently. The connective tissue’s tendency to harden diminishes its ability to glide, which makes the muscle hurt.
What helps against stuck fascia?
Fascial training can be effective in releasing deep-seated tension in the neck, shoulder, and back when fascial tissue is adhered together. Rolfing and the fascial distortion model (FDM) are well-known therapy modalities. These techniques employ specific hand motions that are intended to aid in the release of fascia and to encourage the body to manufacture new collagen fibers.
Additionally, because it can be done at home, fascia roller training is growing in popularity. Beginners, however, should first request instruction from a skilled physiotherapist or osteopath. Another great practice for relaxing the body’s stress is yin yoga.
Additionally, one should keep in mind that back discomfort can have additional causes, such as issues with the intervertebral discs. Therefore, it is imperative to visit a doctor and receive a comprehensive examination before you start fascia training without doing so.
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