Chapter 4: Fascia Flashcards
1
Q
What is Fascia?
A
The densely woven sheath of connective tissue that supports every internal organ of the human body
2
Q
What determines the shape of the body and the appearance of. the human form covered. with mummy-like bandages?
A
Fascia
3
Q
What is the major component of Fascia?
A
Collagen,, it is completely flexible to allow muscle movement.
4
Q
What does tendons attach?
A
Tendons attach skeletal muscles to bones.
5
Q
What does tendons and muscles work together?
A
To exert a pulling force to move the bone.
6
Q
Which is the largest tendon in the body and where attaches?
A
The Achilles Tendon, attaches to the calf muscles to heel the bone.
