1. Injury and Disorder of the Thoracolumbar Fascia

One to two inches of scar tissue may cover a fascial tear in the area of the L3 transverse process if the patient only experiences lower back discomfort on one side. The scar tissue will follow the spine in a straight line. The patient will feel sensitive and tender in this area. The L3 transverse process is the site of the injury to the anterior layer of the thoracolumbar fascia.






The body may overextend or overrotate as a result of an external force. The fascia may tear if this occurs too quickly and with too much power, which could result in the lumbar spine losing control. The L3 transverse process is the most vulnerable since it is the longest of the transverse processes. The fibers will be swollen yet soft and flexible if this is a new injury. In this location, the patient will be extremely sensitive. The Reset Position Method (Fu-Ping) can be applied to the tissue with your thumb to gently push while promoting healing and preventing the formation of an adhesive scar.


You will feel an adhesive scar in the L3 transverse process region if you have had a previous injury or reinjury. They will be stiff and unyielding fibers. You can gently apply the Poking Method (Bo) to reduce pain if the injury is still in the inflammatory stage. In addition to breaking the adhesion, this can assist in reducing pain, inflammation, and spasm. Apply a more forceful "Bo" when the pain has significantly decreased to break the adhesion and avoid potential re-injury.


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