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 and fasting mimicking diets in cancer prevention and therapy
This review explores how cycles of fasting-mimicking diets (FMD) may aid in cancer prevention and therapy. FMDs are designed to be safer and more manageable than water-only fasting while potentially protecting healthy c…
Immediate Effects of Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Hydration Content in Lumbar Myofascial Tissues: A Quasi-Experiment
This quasi-experimental study investigated how instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) affects the hydration levels of the lumbar fascia in 21 healthy volunteers. Researchers used bioimpedance analysis to t…
The Effect of Craniosacral Therapy on Blood Levels of Stress Hormones in Male Firefighter Cadets: A Randomized Clinical Trial
This randomized clinical trial investigated the effect of craniosacral therapy on blood levels of the stress hormones cortisol and CRH in 57 male firefighter cadets. Participants were assigned to either a treatment grou…
Bioelectronic microfluidic wound healing: a platform for investigating direct current stimulation of injured cell collectives
This study investigates how electrical stimulation can accelerate wound healing by mimicking the body's natural electric fields. Researchers developed a bioelectronic microfluidic platform to test the effects of direct…
Dietary patterns and cardiometabolic health: Clinical evidence and mechanism
This narrative review examines how various dietary patterns influence cardiometabolic health and disease prevention. The researchers emphasize that healthy eating habits, such as the Mediterranean or plant-based diets,…
The Effects of the Mediterranean Diet on Health and Gut Microbiota
This review explores how the Mediterranean Diet, rich in plants, fibers, and olive oil, influences overall health and the gut microbiota. Research suggests that the diet is associated with improved longevity and a reduc…
The Osteopath's Imprint: Osteopathic Medicine Under the Nanoscopic Lens
This theoretical article explores the cellular effects of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) from a new perspective. Traditionally, the benefits of OMT are explained through neurological, vascular, and other physi…
Effectiveness of visceral fascial therapy targeting visceral dysfunctions outcome: systematic review of randomized controlled trials
This systematic review evaluated 11 randomized controlled trials to investigate the effectiveness of visceral fascial therapy for various health conditions. The results suggest that the therapy may help reduce long-term…
Impact of Vitamin D Deficiency on Mental Health in University Students
This cross-sectional study investigated the relationship between vitamin D deficiency and mental health among 480 university students in Saudi Arabia. The findings revealed that nearly 60% of participants were vitamin D…
The application and trend of ultra-weak photon emission in biology and medicine
This review article examines ultra-weak photon emission (UPE), a phenomenon where living organisms emit extremely faint light as part of their biological functions. Research has shifted from understanding basic mechanis…
Regulation of gut microbiota by vitamin C, vitamin E and β-carotene
This review article summarizes research on how the antioxidants vitamin C, vitamin E, and β-carotene influence the gut microbiota. By analyzing 19 studies, the authors found that these nutrients may alter the compositio…
Change in gliding properties of the iliotibial tract in hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos Syndrome
This study used ultrasonography to examine the gliding properties of the iliotibial tract (ITT) in individuals with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS). Researchers found that the shear strain, which represents ho…