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- A2016
Acute bouts of upper and lower body static and dynamic stretching increase non‑local joint range of motion
David George Behm, Tyler Cavanaugh, Patrick Quigley, Jonathan Christopher Reid, Priscyla Silva Monteiro Nardi, Paulo He…This study investigated whether stretching one part of the body could increase flexibility in a completely different area. Researchers had participants perform either static or dynamic stretches for their shoulders and,…
Crossover fatigue · Non-local muscle fatigue · Flexibility · Range of motion · Strength · Electromyography - A+2016
Oxidative stress and oocyte quality: ethiopathogenic mechanisms of minimal/mild endometriosis-related infertility
Michele Gomes Da Broi, Paula Andrea NavarroIn this review article, the authors explore the connection between mild endometriosis and infertility. Although the link is known, the exact mechanisms are not fully understood. The researchers suggest that poor oocyte…
Early endometriosis . Infertility . Oocyte quality . Oxidative stress . Follicular microenvironment - 1A+2016
Expression of the endocannabinoid receptors in human fascial tissue
Caterina Fede, G Albertin, L Petrelli, M M Sfriso, C Biz, R De Caro, Carla SteccoResearchers investigated whether human fascia contains cannabinoid receptors, which are part of the body's endocannabinoid system. Taking small tissue samples from volunteers during orthopedic surgery, they analyzed the…
fascia; fascial fibroblasts; endocannabinoid; immunostaining - A+2016
Health E!ects of Alkaline Diet and Water, Reduction of Digestive-tract Bacterial Load, and Earthing
Haider Abdul-Lateef MousaThis narrative review discusses how an alkaline diet, alkaline water, reduced digestive-tract bacterial load, and “earthing” might counter chronic low-grade acidosis. The author synthesizes literature suggesting these a…
chronic inflammationearthinghypertensionMetabolic acidosisalkaline diet - A++2016
Whole-Body and Local Muscle Vibration Immediately Improve Quadriceps Function in Individuals With Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Derek N Pamukoff, Brian Pietrosimone, Michael D Lewek, Eric D Ryan, Paul S Weinhold, Dustin R Lee, J Troy BlackburnThis randomized crossover trial investigated the immediate effects of vibration on quadriceps function in individuals with a prior anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. Twenty participants performed isometric…
Musclevibrationsligament injury - A+++2016
Fascial Manipulation® for chronic aspecific low back pain: a single blinded randomized controlledtrial.
Mirco Branchini, Francesca Lopopolo, Ernesto Andreoli, Ivano Loreti, Aurélie M Marchand, Antonio SteccoThis randomized controlled trial compared Fascial Manipulation® combined with standard physiotherapy to physiotherapy alone for patients with chronic non-specific low back pain. The group receiving Fascial Manipulation®…
hyaluronanBack PainFascial manipulation - B2016
Thermographic mapping of the skin surface in biometric evaluation of cellulite treatment effectiveness
S Wilczynski, R Koprowski, A Deda, M Janiczek, N Kuleczka, B Błonska-FajfrowskaThis study explored a new way to objectively measure the effectiveness of cellulite treatments using thermal imaging (thermography). Researchers followed ten women undergoing a series of treatments, taking thermal image…
cellulite – thermography – Alidya – biomedical imaging – GLCM contrast – gynoid lipodystrophy - A2016
Effect of the Suboccipital Musculature on Symptom Severity and Recovery after Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
S Fakhran, C Qu, L M AlhilaliThis study investigated whether the size of the deep neck muscles at the base of the skull is related to symptoms and recovery after a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Researchers used MRI to measure the cross-sectio…
dura materMyodural BridgeCNS - A2016
Connection of the Posterior Occipital Muscle and Dura Mater of the Siamese Crocodile
JING-HUI ZHANG, WEI TANG, ZHAO-XI ZHANG, BING-YI LUAN, SHENG-BO YU, HONG-JIN SUIIn this animal study, researchers investigated a connective tissue structure called the myodural bridge in six Siamese crocodiles. This bridge connects deep muscles in the suboccipital region to the dura mater, the oute…
myodural bridge; rectus capitis posterior major muscle; rectus capitis posterior minor muscle;proatlas; spinal dura mater; Siamese crocodile; cerebrospinal fluid circulation - A+++2016
Clinical applications of vibration therapy in orthopaedic practice
Simone Cerciello, Silvio Rossi, Enrico Vison, Katia Corona, Francesco OlivaThis literature review examines the use of vibration therapy in orthopedic practice. Researchers analyzed 71 studies to understand its effects on bone, muscles, and tendons. The review notes that inconsistencies in appl…
RehabilitationAthletesOsteoporosisphysical therapy modalitieselectric stimulation therapy - A2016
A Systematic Review of the Soft-Tissue Connections Between Neck Muscles and Dura Mater
Luis Palomeque-del-Cerro, Luis A Arráez-Aybar, Cleofás Rodriguez-Blanco, Rafael Guzmán-Garcia, Mar Menendez-Aparicio, Á…In this systematic review, researchers compiled data from 26 studies to investigate direct soft-tissue connections between neck muscles and the dura mater, the outermost membrane surrounding the spinal cord. The analysi…
fasciaConnective tissueproprioceptionSpineAnatomy - A2016
Monitoring the primo vascular system in lymphatic vessels by using window chambers
Jungdae Kim, Dong-Hyun Kim, Sharon Jiyoon Jung, Hyun-Ji Gil, Seung Zhoo Yoon, Young-Il Kim, Kwang-Sup SohIn this animal study, researchers developed a method for observing the primo vascular system (PVS) inside the lymphatic vessels of rats over an extended period. By implanting a "window chamber" into the skin and injecti…
primo vascular systemlymphatic vessels