Bonded fascia
How can the fascial tissue be treated?
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Bonded fascia can cause severe pain. How to solve them and where do they come from? Here you will find all information about the treatment.
Hardly anyone knows what exactly it is, but everyone knows the term: bonded fascia. They are often the cause of complaints in the back, neck, shoulder or leg area. How to loosen stuck fascia? The fascia training with the fascia ball or one foam roll is a popular treatment for bonded fibers.
What is fascia?
Fascia is one type connective tissue, which runs through the body from head to toe and ensures that everything stays in place. They surround the muscle fibers, fiber bundles and muscles and connect organs, skin and bones. At first glance, fascia looks like a white, thin layer of skin – no wonder that it used to be perceived as a kind of coat for organs and no other use was ascribed to them.
Today it looks different. Fascia is by no means a passive shell, but a complex system that responds to bioactive influences. Fascia therefore needs to be treated well. If this is not the case, they cause distressing pain that cannot be detected with any x-ray in the world.
What causes bonded fascia?
- lack of exercise
- Impairment of the lymphatic system
- constant stress
- hyperacidity
- protective posture
- Advanced age
What pain does bonded fascia cause?
Bonded fasciae are primarily the trigger for Pain in the neck and shoulder area. That’s mainly due to the lack of exercise or incorrect stress in everyday work attributed. The resulting relieving posture triggers a vicious circle, as other parts of the body are overloaded and the fascia hardens there too. Pain can then occur in the following areas:
Tip: Since glued fascia is difficult to see, there is a trick you can use at home: grab the skin on the affected area with two fingers and gently lift it. Is that painful? Then this could be an indication of glued fascia.
Loosen stuck fascia: the fascia training
Fascia training, for example with a fascia ball or a fascia roller, has proven to be a tried and tested remedy for stuck fibers. The aim is to massage the muscles and connective tissue, not only stimulating blood circulation but also stretching the tissue. So-called hard foam rollers are now available in all imaginable sizes and shapes that are intended for specific areas of the body. We introduce you to the most important ones.
Fascia training with the fascia ball
The fascia ball is available in different sizes, degrees of hardness and materials. Especially for spot massages the fascia ball – whether with or without nubs – is well suited thanks to its shape and size.
- Of the Blackroll Fascia Ball is available in two different sizes. While the smaller model is well suited for massages in the neck, chest and foot areas, you can let the larger ball roll well over the shoulders, back and hip area.
- There are also Rubber fascia balls. They are a little softer and are especially helpful when the fascia is so glued together that harder fascia balls seem too painful. Even if you haven’t done much fascia training before, the rubber balls can be good for you.
- Fascia balls with nubs, also known as hedgehog ball, many of you probably know it from your childhood. The balls are wonderfully suited to relieving tension in the entire body and also boost blood circulation.
Fascia roller against stuck fibers
Fascia rolls have almost established themselves as a trend. There are countless workout videos with the sports tool on YouTube. Rightly so, because used correctly and regularly, they can loosen stuck fascia. Fascia rollers differ, among other things, in their degree of hardness, size and surface texture.
- Classic foam rollers are about 40 centimeters long and have a diameter of about 15 centimeters. Shoulders, the back, thighs and calves can primarily be worked on with this model. If you want an extra massage, you can have one too Therapy roll with knobs Select.
- the small fascia roll is no longer than 15 centimeters and has a diameter of 5 centimeters. This is a good way to loosen the glued fascia of the palms, wrists and soles of the feet.
Fascia training: helpful tips
It doesn’t matter whether it’s a fascia ball or roller. There are a few things to keep in mind when doing the exercises.
- The body will always slowly and with pressure in one directionnamely to the heart, rolled out.
- Larger models are suitable for large-scale applications, while mini fascia rollers or small fascia balls are suitable for smaller areas.
- You should discuss which tool is best for your needs with your doctor.
Treating bonded fascia: That’s what matters
- To loosen stuck fascia, it takes patience and perseverance. Fascia training and stretching are essential, but can be painful at first. So start gently and slowly and then build up.
- Also one healthy and balanced diet is important. Check your mineral and nutrient intake and take enough vitamins. In this way you support the regeneration of fascia, which mainly consists of collagen, water and elastin.
- In order not to cause even more damage, you should definitely do the same with glued fascia always ask a doctor for advice. He:she can give you detailed and helpful tips for the treatment.
Sources used: zentrum-der-gesundheit.de, medisana.de