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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.

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2,806
studies
602
top-graded
2,783
with plain-language summary
TopicAllfascia233extracellular matrix51hyaluronan46inflammation40Connective tissue39mechanotransduction36collagen32Vitamin C31Manual Therapy30acupuncture24
GradeAll1A+++41A++21A+42A++++1A+++317A++236A+84A435
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  1. A
    2015

    Remodelling the extracellular matrix in development and disease

    Caroline Bonnans, Jonathan Chou, Zena Werb

    This narrative review describes the extracellular matrix (ECM), a dynamic network present in all body tissues that undergoes constant remodeling. This remodeling process is crucial for regulating cell functions like pro…

    fasciaextracellular matrixstiffnessmechanotransductionmatrix remodeling
  2. A+++
    2015

    Essential role for autophagy in life span extension

    Frank Madeo, Andreas Zimmermann, Maria Chiara Maiuri, Guido Kroemer

    This narrative review explores the essential role of autophagy, a cellular recycling process that breaks down and removes damaged components to maintain health. The authors explain how interventions like caloric restric…

    autophagystarvation
  3. A
    2015

    Biological electric fields and rate equations for biophotons

    M Alvermann, Y N Srivastava, J Swain, A Widom

    This theoretical paper explores the relationship between biophotons (light emitted by living organisms) and the electric fields within biological systems. The authors note that biophoton intensity is linked to the stren…

    biophotonsElectric fieldsNonlinear rate equations
  4. A+++
    2015

    Optimal Vitamin D Supplementation Levels for Cardiovascular Disease Protection

    Sebastian T Lugg, Phillip A Howells, David R Thickett

    This narrative review explores the growing body of evidence linking vitamin D to cardiovascular health. While traditionally associated with bone health, data suggests vitamin D status may be a marker for, and possibly a…

    vitamin DCardiovascular disease25-hydroxyvitamin D3
  5. A++
    2014

    The Role of Functional Foods in Cutaneous Anti-aging

    Soyun Cho

    This narrative review examines how functional foods and oral supplements may influence skin aging by addressing oxidative stress and inflammation. Research suggests that compounds such as carotenoids, aloe vera, red gin…

    Anti-oxidant; Collagen; Functional foods; Photoaging
  6. A
    2014

    The cervical myodural bridge, a review of literature and clinical implications

    Dennis E Enix, Frank Scali, Matthew E Pontell

    This literature review examines the cervical myodural bridge, a soft tissue connection between deep suboccipital muscles and the dura mater surrounding the spinal cord. This bridge appears to anchor the spinal cord and…

    fasciarectus capitis posterior majordura materMyodural Bridgeobliquus capitis inferior
  7. A
    2014

    Fascia—Current knowledge and future directions in physiatry: Narrative review

    E H Kwong, T W Findley

    In this 2014 narrative review, the authors discuss fascia from the perspective of physiatry, or rehabilitation medicine. They note that while fascia is part of the body's connective tissue, its definition is unclear in…

    fasciaHyaluronic acidConnective tissuefibroblastmechanotransduction
  8. A
    2014

    Fat Connected with the Primo Vascular System

    Kyoung-Hee Bae, Kwang-Sup Soh

    This research entry is currently available as a title only, so a detailed summary is not yet possible. The title, "Fat Connected with the Primo Vascular System," suggests an investigation into the relationship between a…

    fasciafatadipose tissueprimo vascular system (PVS)
  9. A++
    2014

    Ultraweak photon emission as a non-invasive health assessment: a systematic review

    John A Ives, Eduard P A van Wijk, Namuun Bat, Cindy Crawford, Avi Walter, Wayne B Jonas, Roeland van Wijk, Jan van der…

    This systematic review explores the use of ultraweak photon emission (UPE) as a non-invasive tool for assessing human health. By analyzing 56 studies, researchers found that measuring light particles emitted by the body…

    Ultra-weak photon emissionultra-weak bioluminescencehealt assessment
  10. A
    2014

    Our Internal Universe

    Stephen M Levin

    This 2014 entry, titled 'Our Internal Universe' by Stephen M Levin, has not yet been summarized. The title suggests a conceptual exploration of the body's internal environment, possibly from a structural or philosophica…

    fasciaTensegrityhapticperception
  11. B
    2014

    Identification and signature profiles for pro-resolving and inflammatory lipid mediators in human tissue

    Romain A Colas, Masakazu Shinohara, Jesmond Dalli, Nan Chiang, Charles N Serhan

    Researchers developed a method to identify and measure specific molecules in human blood and lymphoid tissues called specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs). These molecules are known to actively help resolve inflamm…

    inflammationresolutioneicosanoidsresolvins
  12. A
    2014

    Skin, fascias, and scars: symptoms and systemic connections

    Bruno Bordoni, Emiliano Zanier

    This review article explores how skin, fascia, and scars are interconnected and can affect the entire body. The authors describe the skin as an organ that communicates with the nervous system and other structures. When…

    fasciaOsteopathicSkinscarringscar