Dissectible Me 5 minute anatomy

What is fascia?

Dissectible Me 5 minute anatomy

Show Notes

Fascia is classically described as a series of sheets of connective tissue wrapping the body and compartments within it. It holds us together and gives us shape. But what is fascia?

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