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Phoebe Courcy, LMT: Posted on Friday, February 11, 2011 11:41 PM
Fascia is
very dense covering, interpenetrating every muscle, bone,
nerve, artery and vein as well as all of our internal organs including
the heart, lungs, brain and spinal cord. The most interesting aspect of
the fascial system is that it is not just a system of separate
coverings. It is actually one structure that exists from head to foot
without interruption. In this way you can begin to see that each part
of the entire body is connected to every other part by the fascia, like
the yarn in a sweater. In
the normal healthy state, the fascia is relaxed and wavy in
configuration. It has the ability to stretch and move without
restriction. When we experience physical trauma, scarring, or
inflammation, however, the fascia loses its pliability. It becomes
tight, restricted and a source of tension to the rest of the body.
Trauma, such as a fall, whiplash, surgery or just habitual poor posture
over time and repetitive stress injuries has a cumulative effects. The
changes they cause in the fascial system influence comfort and the
functioning of our body. The fascia can exert excessive pressure
producing pain or restriction of motion. They affect our flexibility
and stability, and are a determining factor in our ability to withstand
stress and strain.
***Since
many of the standard tests such as x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans,
electromyography, etc, do not show the fascial restrictions, it is
thought that an extremely high percentage of people suffering with pain
and/or lack of motion may be having fascial problems, but most go
undiagnosed. |
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