Chapter 3: Inhibitory Techniques Flashcards
Self-Myofascial Release
A flexibility technique used to inhibit overactive muscle fibers.
Myofascial Adhesions
Knots in muscle tissue that can result in altered neuromuscular control.
Inelastic
Possessing the inability to stretch.
Davis’s Law
States that soft tissue will model along the lines of stress.
Relative Flexibility
The body’s ability to find the path of least resistance to accomplish a task, even if that path creates dynamic malalignments.
Reasons for Myofascial Rolling
- To effect local myofascial tissue dysfunction
2. To influence the autonomic nervous system
Myofascial Rolling
A compression intervention where an external object (e.g. foam roller) compresses the myofascia.
Myofascial Balls
Spherical tools that come in different sizes and densities (often called massage balls).
Cupping
A form of myofascial therapy commonly practiced in Asian and Middle East cultures that has recently become more popular in the United States.
Myofascial Flossing
Method intended to increase flexibility and range of motion (also called “voodoo flossing” or “flossing”).
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
Specifically designed instruments to provide a mobilizing effect to scar tissue and myofascial adhesions.
Frequency of Self-Myofascial Rolling
Most days of the week (unless otherwise specified)
Sets for Self-Myofascial Rolling
1
Repetitions for Self-Myofascial Rolling
Hold areas of discomfort
Perform between 4-6 repetitions of active movement
Intensity of Self-Myofascial Rolling
Should be some discomfort, but able to relax and breathe
