Osteopathy: Fascia the connective tissue
Your body is held together by fascia. Let us tell you how it moves and slides:
Fast facts about fascia:
- Fascia connects all connective tissues ( means muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, and blood)
- Fascia holds together the entire body
- There are four different kinds of fascia ( structural, intersectoral, visceral, and spinal), they are all connected
- In a healthy state they are flexible, supple and glide
Benefits of keeping fascia healthy:
- Improved Body symmetry and alignment
- Increased blood flow which means faster exercise recovery
- Reduced appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, scare tissue breakdown
- Reduces risk of injuries, less day to day pain
- Improved sports performance
What causes unhealthy fascia?
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Poor Posture
- Dehydration
- Overusing or injuring your muscles
- Unhealthy eating habits
- Poor sleep quality
- Stress