Kudoskalvojen

Kudoskalvojen, often referred to as fascia, are a type of connective tissue that forms a three-dimensional web throughout the body. They envelop and interconnect muscles, bones, organs, nerves, and blood vessels. This intricate network is not merely a passive structural component but an active and dynamic system that plays a crucial role in bodily function.

The primary function of kudoskalvojen is to provide support, stability, and strength to the body's structures. They allow muscles to slide smoothly against each other and maintain their shape and integrity. Beyond structural support, fascia is involved in proprioception, the sense of the relative position of one's own parts of the body and strength of effort being employed in movement. It contains sensory receptors that transmit information about tension, pressure, and pain to the brain, influencing posture and movement.

Fascia is composed mainly of collagen fibers, elastin, and ground substance, a gel-like matrix. Its consistency can vary from dense and fibrous to loose and areolar, depending on its location and function. In a healthy state, fascia is pliable and elastic, allowing for a full range of motion. However, it can become restricted or dense due to injury, inflammation, dehydration, or prolonged poor posture. Such restrictions can lead to pain, reduced mobility, and compensatory strain on other parts of the body. Therapies like myofascial release aim to address these restrictions and restore fascial health.