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 studies- A+2020
The Rolf Method of Structural Integration and Pelvic Floor Muscle Facilitation: Preliminary Results of a Randomized, Interventional Study
Martyna Kasper-Jedrzejewska, Grzegorz Jedrzejewski, Lucyna Ptaszkowska, Kuba Ptaszkowski, Robert Schleip, Tomasz HalskiThis randomized, interventional study investigated how the Rolf Method of Structural Integration (SI) affects pelvic floor muscle function in healthy women. Thirty-three women were divided into two groups; one received…
pelvic floor muscles; Structural Integration; surface electromyography - A+2020
Role of vitamin K 2 in bone metabolism: a point of view and a short reappraisal of the literature
A Capozzi, G Scambia, S Migliaccio, S LelloThis narrative review examines the role of Vitamin K2 in bone metabolism and its contribution to maintaining skeletal integrity. Vitamin K2 is essential for activating osteocalcin, a key protein that binds calcium to th…
Vitamin K2; bone; fracture; menaquinone; osteoporosis - A+2020
Tissue Micro-channels Formed by Collagen Fibers and their Internal Components: Cellular Evidence of Proposed Meridian Conduits in Vertebrate Skin
Bai Xuebing, Wu Ruizhi, Zhang Yue, Liang Chunhua, Shi Yonghong, Zhang Yingxin, Ding Baitao, Imran Tarique, Yang Ping, C…This study examined fascia from various vertebrate species using microscopy to search for physical structures that might correspond to the meridian conduits described in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Researchers i…
Collagen fiberTelocyteChinese traditional medicinemeridian conduittissue micro-channel - A+2020
Long-term effects of resveratrol on cognition, cerebrovascular function and cardio-metabolic markers in postmenopausal women: A 24-month randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover study
Jay Jay Thaung Zaw, Peter R C Howe, Rachel H X WongThis 24-month randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study investigated the effects of daily resveratrol supplementation in 125 postmenopausal women. The researchers found that regular intake of 75 mg re…
Resveratrolsupplementation - A+2019
Collagen changes in pelvic support tissues in women with pelvic organ prolapse
Runqi Gong, Zhijun XiaThis narrative review summarizes research on how changes in collagen are linked to pelvic organ prolapse in women. Collagen is a critical component of the pelvic floor, providing essential supportive functions. Studies…
extracellular matrixcollagenBiomechanicsPelvic organ prolapseSignaling pathways - A+2019
Role of a natural integrator based on lipoic acid, palmitoiletanolamide and myrrh in the treatment of chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis
Vincenzo De Leo, Angelo Cagnacci, Valentina Cappelli, Anna Biasioli, Deborah Leonardi, Renato SeracchioliThis study investigated a nutritional supplement for endometriosis-related pain. Sixty women with ovarian endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain took a supplement containing alpha-lipoic acid, palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)…
nutraceuticalendometriosispelvic painantioxidant - A+2019
Ultrasound-detected connective tissue involvement in acute muscle injuries in elite athletes and return to play: The French National Institute of Sports (INSEP) study
Jérôme Renoux, Jean-Louis Brasseur, Mathilde Wagner, Alain Frey, Dominique Folinais, Christian Dibie, Djamila Maiza, Mi…This study examined 70 elite athletes with acute muscle injuries. Researchers used ultrasound within seven days to assess injury severity and to see if connective tissue was involved. They then tracked the time it took…
ultrasound.return to playMuscle injuriesConnective tissue injury - A+2019
Specific Collagen Peptides in Combination with Resistance Training Improve Body Composition and Regional Muscle Strength in Premenopausal Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Patrick Jendricke, Christoph Centner, Denise Zdzieblik, Albert Gollhofer, Daniel KönigThis randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of combining resistance training with a daily intake of 15 grams of specific collagen peptides in premenopausal women. Over 12 weeks, participants trained three…
body composition; collagen peptides; hand-grip strength; leg press; premenopausal; protein supplementation; resistance training - A+2019
Anti-Inflammatory Diets and Fatigue
Ulrike Hass, Catrin Herpich, Kristina NormanThis narrative review explores the link between pro-inflammatory status and chronic disease-related fatigue in conditions such as cancer, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndrome. While evidence for individual nutrien…
anti-inflammatory nutrition; cancer; chronic fatigue; cytokines; fatigue reduction diet; inflammation; myalgic encephalomyelitis; omega-3 fatty acids; polyphenols; probiotics. - A+2019
Effect of breakfast on weight and energy intake: systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Katherine Sievert, Sultana Monira Hussain, Matthew J Page, Yuanyuan Wang, Harrison J Hughes, Mary Malek, Flavia M Cicut…This systematic review and meta-analysis examined whether regular breakfast consumption affects body weight and energy intake in adults from high-income countries. The findings suggest that individuals who skipped break…
beakfastweight control - A+2019
Overuse Injury: The Result of Pathologically Altered Myofascial Force Transmission?
Jan Wilke, Andry Vleeming, Scott WearingIn this narrative review, the authors propose a new perspective on overuse injuries. Traditionally, therapy focuses on the site of pain, viewing the injury as the result of local, repetitive microdamage. The authors hyp…
Myofascial force transmissionoveruse injuryfascitismusculoskeletal disorder - A+2018
Anatomy of the Superficial Fascia System of the Breast: A Comprehensive Theory of Breast Fascial Anatomy
Robert D Rehnke, Rachel M Groening, Eric R Van Buskirk, John M ClarkeThis study investigated the three-dimensional fascial structure of the breast through 12 cadaver dissections and clinical observations during surgery. The researchers identified a closed system of fascia and fat that su…
superficial fasciabreastreconstructive breast surgerycosmetic breast surgery