What does Manual Therapy do?
Manual Therapy balances the fascia of the body. Fascia is connective tissue that covers the surface of body tissues and it is considered an organ. Unlike traditional organs with specific functions, fascia serves a more integrative role, affecting a wide range of physiological processes.
Here's some of the functions of fascia:
Extensive Network:
Fascia forms a continuous, interconnected network throughout the body. It surrounds and interpenetrates every muscle, bone, nerve, and organ, creating a cohesive whole.
Functional Significance:
Fascia plays a crucial role in structural support, movement, and force transmission. It helps maintain the alignment and stability of various body parts and aids in the coordination of movement.
Sensory Functions:
Fascia contains a variety of sensory receptors, including those that sense stretch, pressure, and pain. This allows it to contribute to awareness of body position and to respond to mechanical changes.
Adaptability and Healing:
Fascia can adapt to stress and strain, and it has a role in the body's healing processes. It can thicken or become more pliable in response to injury or physical demands.
Clinical Relevance:
Research in fields like myofascial release therapy and fascia-focused studies in movement and pain management emphasizes its importance in health and disease.
Fascia has widespread influence on the body’s structure and function giving it an organ status.
