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 studiesTelocytes inhibited inflammatory factor expression and enhanced cell migration in LPS-induced skin wound healing models in vitro and in vivo
This study investigated the role of telocytes, a type of connective tissue cell, in skin wound healing. Using both mouse models and cell cultures, researchers explored how these cells behave in inflamed wounds. They fou…
The MyotonPRO: a reliable and valid tool for quantifying the viscoelastic properties of a trigger point on the infraspinatus in non-traumatic chronic shoulder pain
Objectively measuring trigger points is a clinical challenge that typically relies on palpation. This study evaluated a handheld device, the MyotonPRO, on 35 individuals with chronic, non-traumatic shoulder pain. Resear…
The Structure and Role of Intramuscular Connective Tissue in Muscle Function
This narrative review analyzes the microscopic structure of intramuscular connective tissue—endomysium, perimysium, and epimysium—and its role in muscle function. Rather than acting simply as a container, this connectiv…
Neuromuscular activation analysis of the trunk muscles during hippotherapy sessions
This study investigated how hippotherapy (therapeutic horseback riding) affects trunk muscle activation in children. Researchers measured the activity of four key back and shoulder muscles during a 30-minute session, co…
The immediate effect of IASTM vs. Vibration vs. Light Hand Massage on knee angle repositioning accuracy and hamstrings flexibility: A pilot study
This pilot study compared the immediate effects of three different soft tissue techniques on the hamstrings of 16 healthy men. The techniques were instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), vibration massage,…
Effects of resveratrol or estradiol on postexercise endothelial function in estrogen-deficient postmenopausal women
This randomized pilot study investigated how a single dose of resveratrol or estradiol affects endothelial function in postmenopausal women. The findings suggest that while both substances can improve the blood vessels'…
Effects of vibration therapy on neuromuscular efficiency & features of the EMG signal based on endurance test
This study investigated how vibration therapy at different frequencies (23 Hz and 35 Hz) affects forearm muscle performance and fatigue. Researchers used electromyography (EMG) to measure electrical activity in four for…
Endothelial mechanobiology
This narrative review explores how the cells lining our blood vessels, called endothelial cells, respond to the mechanical forces of blood flow. It describes two main patterns: smooth, pulsatile flow in straight vessels…
Establishment of a Novel Porcine Model to Study the Impact of Active Stretching on a Local Carrageenan-Induced Inflammation
This animal study used a novel porcine model to investigate how active stretching affects controlled inflammation in the connective tissue of the back. Researchers trained pigs to perform a specific stretch twice daily…
Effects of vitamin C on oxidative stress, inflammation, muscle soreness, and strength following acute exercise: meta-analyses of randomized clinical trials
This meta-analysis compiled results from 18 randomized clinical trials to investigate the effects of vitamin C supplementation following a single bout of exercise. The researchers found that vitamin C reduced certain ma…
Anatomy, Head and Neck, Anterior Vagus Nerve
This article is an anatomical description of the anterior vagus nerve in the head and neck. As only the title is available, the content has not yet been summarized in detail. The title suggests the text provides an over…
The role of cannabinoids in the treatment of cancer
This review article summarizes current knowledge on how cannabinoids and their receptors modulate tumor diseases. Research suggests that cannabinoids may influence cancer progression by stimulating programmed cell death…