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A spinal muscle's size and shape is linked to body fat, according to new research

A spinal muscle's size and shape is linked to body fat, according to new research

by Patrick Lejtenyi,Concordia UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new study carried out by researchers at Concordia's School of Health provides a new way of looking at the spine. Nowp

A spinal muscle's size and shape is linked to body fat, according to new research

by Patrick Lejtenyi,Concordia UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainA new study carried out by researchers at Concordia's School of Health provides a new way of looking at the spine. Nowp
Lipofilling procedure improves pain and function in finger osteoarthritis

Lipofilling procedure improves pain and function in finger osteoarthritis

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor patients with painful finger osteoarthritis, a nonsurgical procedure called lipofilling—in which fat obtained from another part of th

Lipofilling procedure improves pain and function in finger osteoarthritis

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor patients with painful finger osteoarthritis, a nonsurgical procedure called lipofilling—in which fat obtained from another part of th
Body clock study unlocks prospect of treatment for osteoarthritis

Body clock study unlocks prospect of treatment for osteoarthritis

by Mike Addelman,University of ManchesterDr Qing-Jun MengA University of Manchester biologist has for the first time established that the painful and debilitating symptoms endured by osteoarthri

Body clock study unlocks prospect of treatment for osteoarthritis

by Mike Addelman,University of ManchesterDr Qing-Jun MengA University of Manchester biologist has for the first time established that the painful and debilitating symptoms endured by osteoarthri
Cranberries provide runners with an all-natural boost, according to new research

Cranberries provide runners with an all-natural boost, according to new research

byConcordia UniversityPost-exercise lactate response following the 1500-m and 400-m time trials. * p < 0.05. Credit:Physical Activity and Nutrition(2024). DOI: 10.20463/pan.2023.0

Cranberries provide runners with an all-natural boost, according to new research

byConcordia UniversityPost-exercise lactate response following the 1500-m and 400-m time trials. * p < 0.05. Credit:Physical Activity and Nutrition(2024). DOI: 10.20463/pan.2023.0
Better implants key to repair damaged knees

Better implants key to repair damaged knees

by Martin Viljoen,Stellenbosch University South AfricaExample of an implant design. Credit: Dr. Johan van der MerwePeople whose knees have been affected by osteoarthritis, also known as the &#39

Better implants key to repair damaged knees

by Martin Viljoen,Stellenbosch University South AfricaExample of an implant design. Credit: Dr. Johan van der MerwePeople whose knees have been affected by osteoarthritis, also known as the &#39
Viral Arthritis Characteristics and Diagnosis

Viral Arthritis Characteristics and Diagnosis

Viral Arthritis Characteristics and DiagnosisByCarol EusticeUpdated on December 01, 2022Medically reviewed byAnita C. Chandrasekaran, MDViral arthritis is an acute form of arth

Viral Arthritis Characteristics and Diagnosis

Viral Arthritis Characteristics and DiagnosisByCarol EusticeUpdated on December 01, 2022Medically reviewed byAnita C. Chandrasekaran, MDViral arthritis is an acute form of arth
Skeletal muscle regeneration discovery paves the way for targeted therapies for muscle disorders

Skeletal muscle regeneration discovery paves the way for targeted therapies for muscle disorders

by Laurie Fickman,University of HoustonLoss of IRE1α in satellite cells inhibits the formation of regenerating myofibers. Credit:EMBO Reports(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s44319-024-00197-4Re

Skeletal muscle regeneration discovery paves the way for targeted therapies for muscle disorders

by Laurie Fickman,University of HoustonLoss of IRE1α in satellite cells inhibits the formation of regenerating myofibers. Credit:EMBO Reports(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s44319-024-00197-4Re
Exercise and Liraglutide: Effects on Weight Loss and Bone Health

Exercise and Liraglutide: Effects on Weight Loss and Bone Health

This article delves into a study that investigates the effects of exercise, liraglutide, and their combination on weight loss and bone mineral density (BMD) in individuals with obesity.

Exercise and Liraglutide: Effects on Weight Loss and Bone Health

This article delves into a study that investigates the effects of exercise, liraglutide, and their combination on weight loss and bone mineral density (BMD) in individuals with obesity.
Can smells improve your athletic performance?

Can smells improve your athletic performance?

by Martin Lasalle,University of MontrealCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDid you know that the scent of peppermint can make you run faster? That a whiff of ammonia will make you do a few more p

Can smells improve your athletic performance?

by Martin Lasalle,University of MontrealCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDid you know that the scent of peppermint can make you run faster? That a whiff of ammonia will make you do a few more p
Arthroscopic surgery for arthritis does not impact incidence of total knee arthroplasty, study finds

Arthroscopic surgery for arthritis does not impact incidence of total knee arthroplasty, study finds

by Lori SolomonThe addition of arthroscopic surgery to nonoperative management of knee arthritis does not delay or hasten total knee arthroplasty (TKA) during 10 years of follow-up, according to a stu

Arthroscopic surgery for arthritis does not impact incidence of total knee arthroplasty, study finds

by Lori SolomonThe addition of arthroscopic surgery to nonoperative management of knee arthritis does not delay or hasten total knee arthroplasty (TKA) during 10 years of follow-up, according to a stu
An Overview of Orthopedic Physical Therapy

An Overview of Orthopedic Physical Therapy

An Overview of Orthopedic Physical TherapyByBrett Sears, PTUpdated on June 20, 2022Medically reviewed byMohamad Hassan, PTIf you have an injury or illness that affects your bon

An Overview of Orthopedic Physical Therapy

An Overview of Orthopedic Physical TherapyByBrett Sears, PTUpdated on June 20, 2022Medically reviewed byMohamad Hassan, PTIf you have an injury or illness that affects your bon