Superficial & Deep Fascia PDF
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This document outlines the structure and function of superficial and deep fascia. It describes the components of the fascia, such as connective tissue, and its role in supporting underlying structures and tissues. The document mentions the presence of blood vessels, nerves, and glands within these layers.
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Superficial fascia “layer of loose connective tissue Lies immediately deep to the skin” Medium for Contain glands & muscles vessels & nerves Soften the Facilitates Contains special types of...
Superficial fascia “layer of loose connective tissue Lies immediately deep to the skin” Medium for Contain glands & muscles vessels & nerves Soften the Facilitates Contains special types of Prevent Reservoir body movements glands mammary glands & heat loss of fat surface of skin deep part of sweat glands Forms interosseous membranes Forming retinacula , aponeurosis , intermuscular septa Deep fascia “collagen fibers membrane” Fibrous pulleys Formation of broadsheets Formation of fibrous median around muscles , tendons , raphe , fibrous pulleys vessels
