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- A2017
Telocytes heterogeneity: From cellular morphology to functional evidence
Dragos Cretoiu, Beatrice Mihaela Radu, Adela Banciu, Daniel Dumitru Banciu, Sanda Maria CretoiuThis review discusses telocytes, a recently identified type of cell found throughout the connective tissue (stroma) of vertebrates. They are characterized by extremely long, thin extensions called telopodes, which form…
cancertelocytesregenerative medicinestem cellsImmunophenotype heterogeneity - B2017
Mechanical Properties of the Cytoskeleton and Cells
A F Pegoraro, P Janmey, D A WeitzIn this review article, the authors describe the cytoskeleton, which is the cell's main mechanical structure. It is a complex and dynamic network of biopolymers that includes microtubules, actin, and intermediate filame…
cytoskeletonmicrotubulesactin filamentintermediate filament - A+++2017
Dietary emulsifiers directly alter human microbiota composition and gene expression ex vivo potentiating intestinal inflammation
Benoit Chassaing, Tom Van de Wiele, Jana De Bodt, Massimo Marzorati, Andrew T GewirtzThis study investigated how common food additives, specifically the emulsifiers polysorbate 80 (P80) and carboxymethylcellulose (CMC), affect the gut microbiota. Using a laboratory model of the human intestinal ecosyste…
INFLAMMATION; INTESTINAL MICROBIOLOGY - B2017
Identification of a new subset of lymph node stromal cells involved in regulating plasma cell homeostasis
Hsin-Ying Huang, Ana Rivas-Caicedo, François Renevey, Hélène Cannelle, Elisa Peranzoni, Leonardo Scarpellino, Debbie L…This study investigated how antibody-producing plasma cells are supported within lymph nodes. Researchers identified a specific type of connective tissue cell, a medullary fibroblastic reticular cell (FRC), that forms a…
FRC subsetslymph node medullaextrafollicular B cell differentiationplasma cell survivalhumoral response - A2017
Correlation between chronic headaches and the rectus capitis posterior minor muscle: A comparative analysis of cross-sectional trail
Xiao-Ying Yuan, Sheng-Bo Yu, Cong Liu, Qiang Xu, Nan Zheng, Jian-Fei Zhang, Yan-Yan Chi, Xu-Gang Wang, Xiang-Tao Lin, H…Researchers investigated the relationship between chronic headaches and a small muscle at the base of the skull, the rectus capitis posterior minor (RCPmi). Using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), they compared the size…
Myodural Bridgerectus capitis posterior minor musclechronic headacheshypertrophy - B2017
Cellulite: a review with a focus on subcision
Daniel P Friedmann, Garrett Lane Vick, Vineet MishraThis narrative review examines cellulite, a common skin condition characterized by altered skin topography that primarily affects women on their buttocks and thighs. The authors discuss the potential underlying causes a…
gynoid lipodystrophyfibrous septaeradiofrequencyvacuum-assisted subscision - A2017
The second terminations of the suboccipital muscles: An assistant pivot for the To Be Named Ligament
Xiao-Ying Yuan, Chan Li, Jia-Ying Sui, Qi-Qi Zhao, Xiao Zhang, Na-Na Mou, Zhao Huang-Fu, Okoye Chukwuemeka Samuel, Nan…In this anatomical dissection study of 35 head-neck specimens, researchers investigated small muscle attachments in the suboccipital region. The scientists confirmed the existence of "second terminations" from several s…
Myodural Bridge - A2017
The universal existence of myodural bridge in mammals: an indication of a necessary function
Nan Zheng, Xiao-Ying Yuan, Yan-Yan Chi, Pei Liu, Bing Wang, Jia-Ying Sui, Seung-Ho Han, Sheng-Bo Yu, Hong-Jin SuiThe myodural bridge is a connective tissue structure linking one of the deep, upper neck muscles to the spinal dura mater. This anatomical study investigated whether this structure, known in humans, also exists in other…
Myodural Bridge - A+2017
Effects of vitamin C supplementation on glycaemic control: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
A W Ashor, A D Werner, J Lara, N D Willis, J C Mathers, M SiervoThis systematic review and meta-analysis compiled data from 22 randomized controlled trials to assess the effect of vitamin C supplementation on glycemic control. Overall, the researchers found no significant effect on…
Vitamin Cinsulin resistensglycaemic control - A++2017
The effect of pre-exercise vibration stimulation on the exercise-induced muscle damage
Ji-Yun Kim, Da-Haeng Kang, Joon-Hee Lee, Se-Min O, Jae-Keun JeonThis study investigated whether vibration stimulation before or after exercise could reduce exercise-induced muscle damage. Thirty healthy men were divided into three groups: one receiving vibration before exercise, one…
pressure pain thresholdmuscle fatiguemuscle damage - A2017
Correlations of magnetic resonance imaging findings with clinical symptom severity and prognosis of frozen shoulder
Jong Pil Yoon, Seok Won Chung, Byung Joo Lee, Hyung Sup Kim, Jae Hyuck Yi, Hyun‑Joo Lee, Won‑Ju Jeong, Sung Gyu Moon, K…Researchers used a specific type of MRI (indirect MR arthrography) to examine the shoulders of 52 people with frozen shoulder and 52 without. They found that certain features, like thickening and inflammation-related ch…
frozen shoulderMR findingIndirect MR arthrogramClinical symptomCorrelation - A2017
Non-contrast MRI diagnosis of adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder
Andrew S Chi, John Kim, Suzanne S Long, William B Morrison, Adam C ZogaThis study investigated whether a standard MRI without contrast dye could be used to reliably diagnose adhesive capsulitis, also known as frozen shoulder. Researchers reviewed MRIs for specific signs, such as a thickene…
MRIfrozen shoulderAdhesive capsulitisNoncontrast