MYOFASCIAL RELEASE肌筋膜释放.ppt

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE Definition Myofascial release is the application of the gentle manual application of sustained pressure to release fascial restriction. The word myofascial is derived from the Greek word myo, which means muscle, and the word fascial Fascia Myofascial Restriction Fascia covers every muscle and every fiber within each muscle. When muscle fibers are injured, they heal by forming adhesions, the fibers and the fascia which surrounds it become short and tight. In scaring and adhesion the ground substance of fascia is converted from gel state to solid state. Scarring or injury to this network of connective tissue is a major cause of pain and limitation 0f motion. This impose uneven stress, Because the fascial system is interconnected, this stress can be transmitted through the fascia to other parts of the body, causing symptoms may appear in areas of the body that unrelated to the actual restricted area. How Myofascial Release Work? The gentle and sustained myofascial release is believed to supply mechanical and thermal energy which converts the ground substance into gel state again which allow facilitation of sliding movement of collagen and elastin fibers. The gentle and sustained pressure and stretch of myofascial release is believed to free these adhesions and soften and lengthen the fascia. By freeing up fascia that may cause compression on blood vessels or nerves, myofascial release is also said to improve circulation and nervous system transmission. Effect of Myofascial Release Relieve pain Restore function Increase range of motion Improve motor performance Restore body equilibrium Myofascial Release is highly effective in treating patients with the following diagnoses:- Back strain, chronic back pain, low back pain, thoracic pain. Carpal tunnel syndrome Chronic cervical pain Indications Dizziness and vertigo . Fibromyalgia. Headache. Myofascial pain dysfunction. Trigger points, tender points. Precautions and Contra