What fascia researchers are discovering is amazing - not just for fascia nerds like me, but for anyone who wants to pursue more movement and less pain.

Body pain in any capacity, and at any age, is never fun. The word “fascia” (aka: connective tissue) is a hot topic right now in all body-related fields. But, before we get into why fascia matters, here is why it’s getting so much attention these days.

Muscle disease, called myopathy, may occur as a result of having an underactive thyroid (called hypothyroidism) or an overactive thyroid (called hyperthyroidism). The good news is that the symptoms of thyroid-related myopathies, such as muscle pain, weakness, or stiffness, are generally mild and eased with prompt treatment of the thyroid disorder.