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Every peer-reviewed study on fascia in one place — graded for strength of evidence, summarised in plain language for clinicians, researchers, and curious patients.

We grade studies from A to 1A+++ using the Fascia Research Database rubric — 1A+++ is the strongest.

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  1. A
    2013

    Anatomic connections of the diaphragm: influence of respiration on the body system

    Bruno Bordoni, Emiliano Zanier

    This review article explains why the diaphragm muscle is a critical crossroads of information for the entire body. The authors describe its extensive anatomical, fascial, and neurological connections, which link it to s…

    fasciadiaphragmPelvisphrenic nervevagus nerve
  2. A++
    2013

    Vibration Induced Osteogenic Commitment of Mesenchymal Stem Cells is Enhanced by Cytoskeletal Remodeling but not Fluid Shear

    Gunes Uzer, Suphannee Pongkitwitoon, M Ete Chan, Stefan Judex

    This laboratory study investigated how mechanical vibrations encourage stem cells to develop into bone cells. Researchers tested two potential mechanisms: the force of fluid moving across the cells (fluid shear) and cha…

    fasciaBonedifferentiationProliferationvibrations
  3. A++
    2013

    Squeeze film lubrication for non-Newtonian fluids with application to manual medicine

    Hans Chaudhry, Bruce Bukiet, Max Roman, Antonio Stecco, Thomas Findley

    Researchers used a mathematical model to investigate how manual therapy affects the fluid in and around fascia. The model focused on hyaluronic acid (HA), a natural lubricant in connective tissue. The results suggest th…

    fasciaHyaluronic acidmassage therapyvibrationsmanual manipulation
  4. C
    2013

    Of Mice, Men and Elephants: The Relation between Articular Cartilage Thickness and Body Mass

    Jos Malda, Janny C de Grauw, Kim E M Benders, Marja J L Kik, Chris H A van de Lest, Laura B Creemers, Wouter J A Dhert,…

    This study investigated how articular cartilage adapts to body size across different mammals. Researchers analyzed cartilage from the knee joints of 58 species, ranging from mice to elephants. They found that while cart…

    fasciamammalsarticular cartilagetissue ticknessosteochondral cores
  5. A
    2013

    Metabolic control of hyaluronan synthases

    Davide Vigetti, Manuela Viola, Evgenia Karousou, Giancarlo De Luca, Alberto Passi

    This narrative review explores how a cell's energy and nutritional status regulate the production of hyaluronan (HA), a key component of the extracellular matrix. HA is synthesized by enzymes called HAS, which require s…

    fasciaGlycosaminoglycanO-GlcNacylationUDP-GlcUAUDP-GlcNA
  6. C
    2013

    What Lies Beneath: Sub-Articular Long Bone Shape Scaling in Eutherian Mammals and Saurischian Dinosaurs Suggests Different Locomotor Adaptations for Gigantism

    Matthew F Bonnan, D Ray Wilhite, Simon L Masters, Adam M Yates, Christine K Gardner, Adam Aguiar

    This study explored why giant dinosaurs were more common than giant mammals by examining their joint structures. Researchers compared the long bones of large mammals like elephants and rhinos with those of saurischian d…

    fasciaeutherian mammalsdinosaursherbivoresgiant mammals
  7. A
    2013

    Visceral and Somatic Disorders: Tissue Softening with Frequency-Specific Microcurrent

    Carolyn R McMakin, James L Oschman

    This review article explores a technique called Frequency-Specific Microcurrent (FSM), which uses microampere-level electrical currents to treat various health conditions. A consistent finding is a rapid and palpable so…

    fasciafrequency-specific microcurrentvisceral diseasesomatic disease
  8. A
    2013

    Hyaluronan: A Simple Polysaccharide with Diverse Biological Functions

    Kevin T Dicker, Lisa A Gurski, Swati Pradhan-Bhatt, Robert L Witt, Mary C Farach-Carson, Xinqiao Jia

    This review paper describes hyaluronan (HA), a simple sugar molecule found abundantly throughout the body's connective tissues. Despite its simple structure, HA has a surprising array of biological functions. It helps o…

    hyaluronanfasciawound healingsynthasehyaluronidase
  9. A
    2013

    Sensory findings after stimulation of the thoracolumbar fascia with hypertonic saline suggest its contribution to low back pain

    Andreas Schilder, Ulrich Hoheisel, Walter Magerl, Justus Benrath, Thomas Klein, Rolf-Detlef Treede

    This experimental study investigated the role of the thoracolumbar fascia as a potential source of low back pain. Researchers injected a pain-inducing saline solution into the fascia, back muscles, and subcutaneous tiss…

    fasciaThoracolumbar fascialow back painhypertonic salineerector spinae muscle
  10. A
    2013

    Molecular assembly and mechanical properties of the extracellular matrix: A fibrous protein perspective

    Lisa D Muiznieks, Fred W Keeley

    This review article examines the extracellular matrix (ECM), the dynamic network of molecules surrounding our cells. The authors focus on fibrous proteins like collagen and elastin, which form the structural backbone of…

    fasciaextracellular matrixcollageneastinself-assembly
  11. 1A+
    2013

    Fascial Components of the Myofascial Pain Syndrome

    Antonio Stecco, M Gesi, Carla Stecco, R Stern

    Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) involves muscle pain and other symptoms linked to trigger points, but the role of fascia is often overlooked. This review summarizes recent research into the biology of fascia to better un…

    fasciaHyaluronic aciddensificationMyofascial pain syndrome (MPS)Myofascial trigger
  12. A
    2013

    Applications and Emerging Trends of Hyaluronic Acid in Tissue Engineering, as a Dermal Filler, and in Osteoarthritis Treatment

    Amir Fakhari, Cory Berkland

    This narrative review summarizes knowledge about hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring polymer found in the body's connective tissues and fluids. The authors describe how HA contributes to the structural propertie…

    fasciaHyaluronic acidcrosslinkingdermal fillerviscosupplement
  13. A
    2013

    Fascia Research Congress Evidence from the 100 year perspective of Andrew Taylor Still

    Thomas W Findley, Mona Shalwala

    This review paper examines research from the first three International Fascia Research Congresses through the perspective of Andrew Taylor Still, the founder of osteopathic medicine. Over a century ago, Still described…

    fasciaextracellular matrixfibroblastOsteopathic medicinefascia anatomy
  14. A
    2013

    Primo Vascular System: Past, Present, and Future

    Byung-Cheon Lee, Walter J Akers, Xianghong Jing, M Isabel Miguel Perez, Yeonhee Ryu

    As only the title of this article was available, this summary is necessarily limited. The title, "Primo Vascular System: Past, Present, and Future," suggests this is a review article. It likely covers the history of the…

    fasciaprimo vascular systemeditorial
  15. A++
    2013

    Mathematical Analysis of the Flow of Hyaluronic Acid Around Fascia During Manual Therapy Motions

    Max Roman, Hans Chaudhry, Bruce Bukiet, Antonio Stecco,Thomas Findley

    This study used a mathematical model to simulate how different manual therapy techniques affect the flow of hyaluronic acid (HA) within fascia. The researchers compared constant sliding, perpendicular vibration, and tan…

    hyaluronanfasciaManual Therapyfluid flowvibration
  16. A
    2013

    Histological analysis of the rectus capitis posterior major’s myodural bridge

    Frank Scali, Matthew E Pontell, Dennis E Enix, Ewarld Marshall

    This cadaver study investigated a small tissue bridge between a suboccipital muscle (rectus capitis posterior major) and the dura mater, the protective covering of the spinal cord. Using microscopic analysis on tissue f…

    fasciacervical spinerectus capitis posterior majorMyodural Bridgecervical dura mater
  17. A
    2013

    Nociception originating from the crural fascia in rats

    T Taguchi, M Yasui, A Kubo, M Abe, H Kiyama, A Yamanaka, K Mizumura

    This animal study investigated how the crural fascia, the connective tissue around the lower leg muscles, might be a source of pain signals in rats. Researchers found that this fascia is densely populated with nerve fib…

    fasciacrural fascianociceptorsactivity-dependent change in conduction velocity (ADCCV)twin pulse difference (TPD)
  18. A
    2013

    Purine receptor mediated actin cytoskeleton remodeling of human fibroblasts

    Nanna Goldman, Devin Chandler-Militello, Helene Langevin, Maiken Nedergaard, Takahiro Takano

    This laboratory study investigated how certain molecules, called purines, affect human fibroblast cells. Previous research has shown that acupuncture can trigger the release of purines like ATP. The researchers exposed…

    fasciacytoskeletonacupunctureFibroblastscalcium signaling
  19. A
    2012

    The thoracolumbar fascia: anatomy, function and clinical considerations

    Frank H Willard, Andry Vleeming, M D Schuenke, L Danneels, Robert Schleip

    This overview paper examines the anatomy and function of the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF), the complex sheet of connective tissue in the lower back. The authors describe its multiple layers, which separate and connect the…

    fasciathoracolumbarfascia
  20. A
    2012

    Real-time imaging of cortical areas involved in the generation of increases in skin sympathetic nerve activity when viewing emotionally charged images

    Luke A Henderson, Alexandra Stathis, Cheree James, Rachael Brown, Skye McDonald, Vaughan G Macefield

    This study investigated which brain regions are involved when our bodies react to emotional images. Researchers simultaneously measured brain activity with fMRI and skin sympathetic nerve activity (SSNA), a marker of th…

    fasciaMRIIASP imagesmicroneurographyskin sympathetic nerve activity
  21. A
    2012

    Primo Vascular System as a New Morphofunctional Integrated System

    Miroslav Stefanov, Jungdae Kim

    This narrative review summarizes research on the primo vascular system (PVS), a proposed anatomical network found throughout the body. The authors describe the methods and instruments used to study this system, primaril…

    fasciacancerphysiologyMorphologyprimo vascular system
  22. A
    2012

    Earthing: Health Implications of Reconnecting the Human Body to the Earth’s Surface Electrons

    Gaétan Chevalier, Stephen T Sinatra, James L Oschman, Karol Sokal, Pawel Sokal

    This 2012 review paper explores the concept of 'earthing' or 'grounding,' which involves direct physical contact with the Earth's surface electrons. The authors propose that modern lifestyles separate humans from this c…

    fasciaearthinggroundingearth surface electrons
  23. A
    2012

    A theoretical framework for the role of fascia in manual therapy

    Nigel Simmonds, Peter Miller, Hugh Gemmell

    This theoretical paper explores why different types of manual therapy, such as soft tissue work and joint manipulation, often seem to produce similar results. The authors compare these approaches based on their effects…

    fasciaManual TherapyMyofascialManipulationautonomic nervous system
  24. A
    2012

    Massage Therapy Attenuates Inflammatory Signaling After Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage

    Justin D Crane, Daniel I Ogborn, Colleen Cupido, Simon Melov, Alan Hubbard, Jacqueline M Bourgeois, Mark A Tarnopolsky

    This study investigated how massage therapy affects skeletal muscle at a cellular level after exercise-induced damage. Researchers took muscle biopsies from 11 young men after an intense workout; one leg received 10 min…

    fasciamassage therapyinflammatory cytokinesstretchstrain
  25. A
    2012

    Hyaluronic acid, A key molecule in skin aging

    Eleni Papakonstantinou, Michael Roth, George Karakiulakis

    This review article discusses the role of hyaluronic acid (HA) in skin aging. The authors explain that youthful skin's plumpness and resilience are largely due to its high water content, which HA is uniquely able to ret…

    CD44fasciaHyaluronic acidhyaluronic acid synthaseshyaluronidases
  26. 1A+
    2012

    Stretching of the Back Improves Gait, Mechanical Sensitivity and Connective Tissue Inflammation in a Rodent Model

    S M Corey, M A Vizzard, N A Bouffard, G J Badger, H M Langevin

    In this rodent study, researchers investigated how stretching affects inflammation in the connective tissue of the low back. They first induced local inflammation, which resulted in altered gait, increased mechanical se…

    fasciaConnective tissueStretchingManual TherapyMovement Therapy
  27. A+
    2012

    The role of stromal cells in the persistence of chronic inflammation

    A J Naylor, A Filer, C D Buckley

    This review article explores why chronic inflammation often persists in specific anatomical locations. The authors highlight that stromal cells, particularly the fibroblasts that define a tissue's architecture, are like…

    inflammationfasciafibroblastchronicpersistence
  28. B
    2012

    Fascia: a morphological description and classification system based on a literature review

    Myroslava Kumka, Jason Bonar

    In this literature review, the authors address the historical problem of ambiguous and inconsistent terminology for fascia. Based on a review of existing research, they propose a new system for classifying fascia accord…

    fasciaConnective tissueManual TherapyterminologyAnatomy
  29. A
    2012

    Myoton Pro: A Novel Tool for the Assessment of Mechanical Properties of Fascial Tissues

    Aleko Peipsi, Ricardas Kerpe, Heike Jäger, Sonja Soeder, Christopher Gordon, Robert Schleip

    This research entry, for which only the title is available, appears to introduce a device called the MyotonPRO. The title suggests its purpose is to assess the mechanical properties of fascial tissues, such as their sti…

    fasciaMyotone Pro
  30. A++
    2012

    Lymphatic and interstitial flow in the tumour microenvironment: linking mechanobiology with immunity

    Melody A Swartz, Amanda W Lund

    This review explores how tumors interact with the lymphatic system to grow and spread. Increased fluid flow from a tumor to nearby lymph nodes does more than just transport cancer cells. This flow also creates mechanica…

    fasciacancerstiffnessmechanobiologymicroenvironment
  31. A
    2012

    A RHAMM Mimetic Peptide Blocks Hyaluronan Signaling and Reduces Inflammation and Fibrogenesis in Excisional Skin Wounds

    Cornelia Tolg, Sara R Hamilton, Ewa Zalinska, Lori McCulloch, Ripal Amin, Natalia Akentieva, Francoise Winnik, Rashmin…

    In this animal study, researchers investigated how to reduce scarring during skin wound healing. They developed a peptide, P15-1, designed to interfere with signals from fragmented hyaluronan, a molecule involved in inf…

    hyaluronaninflammationfasciaextracellular matrixfibrosis
  32. 1A+++
    2011

    Hyaluronan within fascia in the etiology of myofascial pain

    Carla Stecco, R Stern, A Porzionato, V Macchi, S Masiero, Antonio Stecco, R De Caro

    In this cadaver and ultrasound study, researchers examined the composition of deep fascia. They identified layers of hyaluronan (HA), a lubricating substance, between the fascia and muscle, as well as between the fascia…

    fasciaHyaluronic acidSliding systemLoose connective tissueFasciacyte
  33. B
    2011

    Fascia Research from a Clinician/Scientist’s Perspective

    Thomas W Findley

    In this perspective piece, a clinician-scientist summarizes exciting areas in fascia research. The article describes the fascial network as a body-wide system that connects individual cells and shares loads with muscles…

    fasciaTensegritycollagenfibroblastconference
  34. A
    2011

    Pandiculation: Nature’s way of maintaining the functional integrity of the myofascial system?

    Luiz Fernando Bertolucci

    This paper explores the hypothesis that pandiculation—the involuntary stretching and yawning most animals do upon waking—serves a key role for the locomotor system. Beyond preparing the nervous system for wakefulness, t…

    fasciaConnective tissuemyofasciayawningsleep-wake rhythm
  35. A
    2011

    High and Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid Differentially Regulate Human Fibrocyte Differentiation

    A S Maharjan, D Pilling, R H Gomer

    Following tissue injury, immune cells called monocytes can differentiate into fibrocytes, a cell type involved in healing and fibrosis. This study investigated how different sizes of hyaluronic acid (HA) affect this pro…

    hyaluronanfasciafibrocyte differentiationmonocyte
  36. A
    2011

    Fibroblasts and Myofibroblasts: What are we talking about?

    Jennifer Baum, Heather S Duffy

    This 2011 narrative review explores the roles of fibroblasts and myofibroblasts, two key cell types in the heart's connective tissue. Once considered static, research indicates these cells are dynamic and play an active…

    fasciafibroblastMyofibroblast
  37. A
    2011

    Hyaluronan: From Extracellular Glue to Pericellular Cue

    B P Toole

    Hyaluronan is traditionally seen as a biological 'goo' that lubricates joints and holds connective tissues together. This review describes how hyaluronan also functions as an important signaling molecule, or cue, in the…

    hyaluronanfasciasignal transductioncancer
  38. A
    2011

    Elevated [11C]-D-Deprenyl Uptake in Chronic Whiplash Associated Disorder Suggests Persistent Musculoskeletal Inflammation

    Clas Linnman, Lieuwe Appel, Mats Fredrikson, Torsten Gordh, Anne Söderlund, Bengt Långström, Henry Engler

    Diagnosing chronic whiplash-associated disorder (WAD) is often difficult, as standard structural imaging methods seldom show clear signs of injury. This study used Positron Emission Tomography (PET) with a tracer molecu…

    inflammationfasciaWhiplash
  39. A
    2011

    Dynamic fascial release and the role of mechanical/vibrational assist devices in manual therapies

    Zachary Comeaux

    This review article explores the use of mechanical vibration devices in manual therapy. The author examines several such tools, including percussion vibrators, vibrational platforms, and deep tissue oscillation. The art…

    fasciaConnective tissuevibrationpercussion vibrationtonic vibratory reflex
  40. A
    2011

    Anatomical Connection Between the Rectus Capitis Posterior Major and the Dura Mater

    Frank Scali, Eric S Marsili, Matthew E Pontell

    In this anatomical study, researchers dissected 13 cadavers to investigate a connection between a deep neck muscle and the dura mater, the protective covering of the spinal cord. In 11 of the 13 specimens, they found a…

    fasciacervical spineposterior atlantoaxial interspacerectus capitis posterior majorspinal dura
  41. B
    2011

    Fascia redefined: anatomical features and technical relevance in fascial flap surgery

    Carla Stecco, Cesare Tiengo, Antonio Stecco, Andrea Porzionato, Veronica Macchi, Robert Stern, Raffaele De Caro

    Fascia has traditionally been seen as a passive wrapping, but this review redefines it as a dynamic tissue with its own complex blood supply and innervation. The authors detail the specific characteristics of different…

    hyaluronanfasciaConnective tissueaponeurosisFlaps
  42. A
    2011

    Sensory Innervation of the Thoracolumbar Fascia in Rats and Humans

    J Tesarz, U Hoheisel, B Wiedenhöfer, S Mense

    This study investigated the nerve supply of the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF), the connective tissue of the low back, in both rats and humans. Researchers found that the fascia is richly innervated with sensory nerves, but…

    fasciaNociceptionThoracolumbar fascialow back painimmunohistochemistry
  43. A
    2011

    Fibroblast cytoskeletal remodeling contributes to connective tissue tension

    H M Langevin, N A Bouffard, J R Fox, B M Palmer, J Wu, J C Iatridis, W D Barnes, G J Badger, A K Howe

    The mechanical properties of connective tissue, such as its elasticity and resistance, have traditionally been attributed to its non-cellular matrix. This study investigated the role of fibroblasts, the cells residing w…

    fasciaConnective tissuefibroblastcytoskeletal remodeling
  44. A
    2011

    Remodeling and homeostasis of the extracellular matrix: implications for fibrotic diseases and cancer

    Thomas R Cox, Janine T Erler

    In this perspective article, the authors discuss how the extracellular matrix (ECM) is constantly being remodeled, a process essential for normal bodily functions like wound healing and tissue maintenance. When this rem…

    fasciaextracellular matrixcancerfibrosisstiffness
  45. A
    2011

    Hyaluronan as an Immune Regulator in Human Diseases

    Paul W Noble, Jiurong Liang, Dianhua Jiang

    This 2011 narrative review explores the role of hyaluronan (HA) in the immune system. While intact HA is a normal part of the extracellular matrix, fragments of HA produced during tissue injury can act as signals. These…

    hyaluronanfascia
  46. A
    2011

    Fascia and the mechanism of acupuncture

    Steven Finando, Donna Finando

    This theoretical paper re-evaluates the mechanisms of acupuncture. The authors propose that fascia, the body's connective tissue network, is the structure that explains how acupuncture works. They argue for this model b…

    fasciaacupunctureShamPlaceboMechanism
  47. A
    2011

    Chronic Disease: Are We Missing Something?

    James L Oschman

    This 2011 editorial by James L. Oschman poses a question in its title: "Chronic Disease: Are We Missing Something?". Without an abstract or full text available for summary, the specific perspective or argument presented…

    fasciachronic diseaseearthing
  48. A
    2011

    Hyaluronan in intestinal homeostasis and inflammation: implications for fibrosis

    Carol A de la Motte

    This narrative review explores the role of hyaluronan (HA) in intestinal health and disease. Chronic intestinal inflammation can lead to fibrosis, or scarring, a process driven by inflammatory signals and specialized ce…

    hafasciaextracellular matrixfibrosismesenchymal cells
  49. C
    2011

    Fasciae anatomy

    Carla Stecco, Fabrice Duparc

    This entry represents a 2011 publication titled "Fasciae anatomy" by Carla Stecco and Fabrice Duparc. As only the title is available, a detailed summary of its contents, such as its specific focus on fascial layers or c…

    fasciaAnatomyfasciae
  50. A
    2011

    The extracellular matrix: an active or passive player in fibrosis?

    T N Wight, S Potter-Perigo

    Fibrosis, the excessive buildup of scar tissue, can be understood as a wound healing process that has gone awry. Normally, specialized cells called myofibroblasts help repair tissue and then disappear, but in fibrosis,…

    fasciaprovisional extracellular matrixmyofibroblatcollagenhyaluronan proteoglycans
  51. A++
    2011

    Review of Evidence Suggesting That the Fascia Network Could Be the Anatomical Basis for Acupoints and Meridians in the Human Body

    Yu Bai, Jun Wang, Jin-Peng Wu, Jing-Xing Dai, Ou Sha, David Tai Wai Yew, Lin Yuan, Qiu-Ni Liang

    This narrative review explores the idea that the body's fascia network could be the physical structure behind traditional Chinese medicine's (TCM) meridians and acupoints. The authors examine anatomical, physiological,…

    fasciaacupunctureacupoints
  52. A
    2011

    Assessing the influence of FDM to the postoperative healing processes in distal fracture of the radius

    Tomasz Teszner

    Researchers investigated if the Fascial Distortion Model (FDM) could improve recovery following surgery for a common wrist fracture. In this study, 65 patients were divided into two groups; one received standard rehabil…

    fasciaManual Therapyfasciaefascial distortion modelreductionism
  53. A
    2011

    Correlations Between Fasciology and Yin Yang Doctrine

    Hui Tao, Mei-Chun Yu, Hui-Ying Yang, Rong-Mei Qu, Chun Yang, Xin Zhou, Yu Bai, Jing-Peng Wu, Jun Wang, Ou Sha, Lin Yuan

    This theoretical paper explores correlations between "fasciology," a model based on 3D reconstruction of connective tissue, and the traditional Chinese doctrine of yin and yang. According to fasciology, the body can be…

    fasciafasciologyfascial anatomytwo-system theoryyin yang doctrine
  54. A
    2011

    ExtracellularMatrix Degradation and Remodeling in Development and Disease

    Pengfei Lu, Ken Takai, Valerie M Weaver, Zena Werb

    In this review, the authors describe the extracellular matrix (ECM) as a dynamic structure that is constantly being remodeled. This process of breakdown and rebuilding is essential for normal bodily functions like tissu…

    fasciaextracellular matrixmatrix remodeling
  55. A+
    2011

    Why does chronic inflammation persist: An unexpected role for fibroblasts

    C D Buckley

    This 2011 review explores why chronic inflammation persists. Traditionally, research has focused on immune cells, but this text highlights the crucial role that stromal cells, particularly fibroblasts, play in sustainin…

    inflammationfasciafibroblast
  56. A
    2011

    Sensory Innervation of the Nonspecialized Connective Tissues in the Low Back of the Rat

    Sarah M Corey, Margaret A Vizzard, Gary J Badger, Helene M Langevin

    In this animal study, researchers investigated the sensory nerves in the nonspecialized connective tissue of the rat low back, an area where knowledge is limited. Using 3D reconstruction and dye-labeling techniques, the…

    fasciaConnective tissueinnervationlow back painmusculoskeletal pain
  57. A
    2010

    Possible Applications for Fascial Anatomy and Fasciaology in Traditional Chinese Medicine

    Yu Bai, Lin Yuan, Kwang-Sup Soh, Byung-Cheon Lee, Yong Huang, Chun-lei Wang, Jun Wang, Jin-peng Wu, Jing-xing Dai, Jano…

    This theoretical paper proposes a new framework for understanding anatomy, called "fascial anatomy," and a new field of study, "fasciaology." The authors suggest that the body's fascial network may be the anatomical bas…

    fasciameridiansacupointsprimo-vesseltraditional Chinese medicine
  58. A
    2010

    How much time is required to modify a fascial fibrosis?

    Ercole Borgini, Antonio Stecco, Julie Ann Day, Carla Stecco

    This study investigated how long it takes for manual therapy to alter a palpable sensation of fascial "fibrosis" and reduce discomfort. Researchers worked with 40 people experiencing low back pain, applying the Fascial…

    fasciaConnective tissueManual Therapylow back painManipulation
  59. A
    2010

    Fluorescent Nanoparticles for Observing Primo Vascular System Along Sciatic Nerve

    Zhao-Feng Jia, Byung-Cheon Lee, Ki-Hoon Eom, Jin-Myung Cha, Jin-Kyu Lee, Zhen-Dong Su, Wen-Hui Yu, Pan Dong Ryu, Kwang-…

    In this animal study, researchers injected fluorescent nanoparticles into rats at an acupuncture point to trace their path. The particles traveled along the sciatic nerve, revealing a previously hard-to-detect structure…

    fasciaacupunctureSCIATIC NERVEprimo vascular systemprimo-vessel
  60. A++
    2010

    Biophotons as neural communication signals demonstrated by in situ biophoton autography

    Yan Sun, Chao Wang, Jiapei Dai

    This in vitro study on rat nerve tissue explored whether biophotons—extremely weak light emitted by living cells—could act as signals in the nervous system. Researchers stimulated one end of a spinal nerve root with var…

    fasciabiophotonsultraweak photonsneural communication