Fascia and Myofascial Pain Syndrome - An Overview

Authors

  • Rajdeep Das Department of Exercise Physiology, Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical education, Deemed University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India.
  • Birendra Jhajharia Department of Exercise Physiology, Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical education, Deemed University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2022.9.4S.44

Keywords:

Musculoskeletal pain, Myofascia, Myofascial pain syndrome, Myofascial trigger point, Trigger point

Abstract

This paper synthesized the available published literature on myofascia, its structure, myofascial disorder, causative factors, scientific methods for evaluation and treatments, etc. The importance of myofascial in chronic and acute musculoskeletal pain is overlooked. According to Waller et al., mention in their article, up to 85% of people will experience myofascial pain at least once during their life. The myofascia is a musculoskeletal cell matrix that supports muscular connective tissue, it is essential for generating forces between muscles and also provides better flexibility. Myofascial pain syndrome is described as sensory, motor, and autonomic signs and symptoms that are produced by trigger points or taut bands of skeletal muscle or fascia. A myofascial trigger point is painful on compression and can give rise to referred pain, motor dysfunction, and automatic event, it restricts the range of motion and force generation capacity. Therefore, it is utmost importance to know about myofascial disorders, their prevention techniques, diagnosis, and treatment.

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Published

2022-06-25

How to Cite

Rajdeep Das, & Birendra Jhajharia. (2022). Fascia and Myofascial Pain Syndrome - An Overview. Asian Pacific Journal of Health Sciences, 9(4), 228–232. https://doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2022.9.4S.44