Research.
Every peer-reviewed study on fascia in one place — graded for strength of evidence, summarised in plain language for clinicians, researchers, and curious readers.
We grade studies from A to 1A+++ using the Fascia Research Database rubric — 1A+++ is the strongest.
Researchers behind the studiesFasting-mimicking diet prevents high-fat diet effect on cardiometabolic risk and lifespan
This animal study on mice investigated how periodic cycles of a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) affect health when consuming a high-fat, high-calorie diet. Researchers found that five days of FMD every month reduced the ac…
The challenges of chronic pain and fatigue
In this review article, the authors explore the challenges of chronic pain and fatigue, two common and frequently overlapping symptoms. They discuss possible underlying biological associations, including connective tiss…
Evidence for continuity of interstitial spaces across tissue and organ boundaries in humans
Researchers investigated whether the fluid-filled spaces within our connective tissues, known as the interstitium, are isolated within organs or form a continuous network throughout the body. By tracking particles like…
Estrogenic Effect of Salvia officinalis Extract on Reproductive Function of Female Mice and Identification of Its Phenolic Content
This animal study on mice investigated whether sage (Salvia officinalis) extract could serve as a natural alternative to estrogen replacement therapy. Researchers found that sage contains phytoestrogens, specifically qu…
Potential Nociceptive Role of the Thoracolumbar Fascia: A Scope Review Involving In Vivo and Ex Vivo Studies
This scoping review compiles research on how the thoracolumbar fascia (TLF) in the lower back contributes to pain perception. By examining both animal and human studies, the authors find that the fascia is richly suppli…
Vitamins, the gut microbiome and gastrointestinal health in humans
This narrative review explores how various vitamins influence the gut microbiome and gastrointestinal health in humans. The research suggests that vitamins such as A, B, C, D, and E may increase the diversity of benefic…
The effects of collagen peptide supplementation on body composition, collagen synthesis, and recovery from joint injury and exercise: a systematic review
This systematic review evaluated 15 randomized controlled trials on how collagen peptide supplementation interacts with exercise to affect joint health and recovery. The findings suggest that collagen may be most effect…
Myofascial pain in females and personalized care: The key role played by sex hormones
Based on its title, this publication appears to explore the relationship between sex hormones and myofascial pain specifically in females. The authors suggest that hormonal factors play a key role in this type of pain.…
Fascia Focused Manual Therapy Interventions-Proposed Treatment for Post-COVID Syndrome
This report proposes that fascia-focused manual therapies may be an appropriate treatment for patients with post-COVID syndrome. The author suggests that many of the long-term symptoms following COVID-19, such as soft t…
Low frequency weak electric fields can induce structural changes in water
This study investigated how weak, low-frequency electric fields affect the structure of different types of water, including "exclusion zone" (EZ) water. Researchers found that exposure to these fields, even without dire…
Effect of vibration therapy on physical function in critically ill adults (VTICIA trial): protocol for a single-blinded randomised controlled trial
This is a protocol for a randomized controlled trial designed to investigate the effect of vibration therapy for critically ill adults. The researchers plan to enroll 188 intensive care unit (ICU) patients and randomly…
Cannabinoids in the landscape of cancer
This narrative review explores how cannabinoids—including plant-derived, endogenous, and synthetic versions—interact with cancer in laboratory and animal models. The research suggests that these compounds may inhibit tu…