Deepen your understanding of the human body from the perspective of fascia. The book Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body addresses the topic of fascia - the connective tissue that forms a continuous network throughout the body and is often described as a “tensional/tension” system.

Guide to the structure and function of fascia

This book offers a more detailed look at the anatomy and physiology of fascia and summarizes how it may relate to the musculoskeletal system (e.g., muscles and joints). It will help you better navigate the terminology and contexts used in the professional literature on fascia. Readers can gain useful knowledge about the interconnection of body parts through connective tissues; the publication can serve as a study and reference resource for working with movement and anatomical context.

The book is suitable for healthcare professionals, physiotherapists, trainers, and anyone interested in the functions of the human body who wants to better understand its structure.

Why get this book?

• Detailed and clear information about fascia and related connective tissues
• Potential inspiration for practice in physiotherapy, massage, or sports training (within a professional approach)
• Better understanding of the relationships between muscles, tendons, and connective structures
• Support for informed work with movement and movement disorders (does not replace professional examination or treatment)
• A suitable resource for professionals and anatomy enthusiasts alike

Main product features

• Includes a description of the structure of fascia
• Explains how fascia is described in the literature as part of the body’s “tensional/tension” system
• Offers a comprehensive view of the role of fascia in the context of anatomy and movement
• Helps to better understand selected movement-related contexts and terms
• Suitable for a wide range of readers from professionals to students