myofaszialen

Myofaszialen is a term used in some languages to describe things related to the myofascia, the combined muscular and fascial tissues that surround, support, and connect muscles. In English, the standard term is myofascial. The myofascial system integrates muscle fibers with connective tissue layers to facilitate force transmission and movement.

The myofascia comprises layers including the endomysium around individual muscle fibers, the perimysium around fascicles, and the epimysium around the whole muscle, plus interfascial and other surrounding fascia. The fascia forms a continuous, interconnected network throughout the body. It contains fibroblasts, collagen, elastin, and ground substance, and it can remodel in response to movement and loading. Mechanoreceptors in fascia contribute to proprioception and pain signaling. The network enables force transmission between muscles and surrounding structures and plays a role in joint stability and movement coordination.

Clinically, dysfunction of the myofascial system is associated with conditions such as myofascial pain syndrome (MPS), which features trigger points, referred pain, and motor dysfunction. Other related conditions include fibromyalgia or postoperative stiffness. Diagnosis is typically clinical, with imaging playing a limited role in routine care. Treatments emphasize physical therapy and manual therapies, including targeted myofascial release, dry needling or acupuncture, massage, stretching, and progressive exercise. The field continues to explore the fascia’s role in pain, mobility, and tissue health.

Etymology and usage: the term myofaszialen appears in some languages as an adjective or noun for the myofascial system; in English, myofascial is standard. The concept highlights the integrated role of muscle and fascia in movement and health.