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Healing of musculoskeletal tissues follows inflammatory, proliferative, and remodeling phases, but not all tissues heal equally. Ligaments, muscles, intervertebral discs, areolar connective tissue, and bone differ in vascularity, cellularity, and matrix composition, which drives their timelines and ...

Clinical Accuracy and Sensitivity of DEXA Scans Measuring Soft Tissue Mass: Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is well known as a bone density test, but it also quantifies soft tissue composition. A DEXA body composition scan can distinguish lean mass (primarily muscle) from fat mass in the who...

This report dives deep into the biomechanics of the Zottman curl and why the pronated eccentric phase is so effective...

Some early evidence hinted that GLP-1 RAs could positively affect mood, especially in patients with metabolic conditions. Improved blood sugar control and weight loss often lead to better energy and self-esteem, which can translate into improved mood....

MOTS-C peptide has generated considerable interest for its claimed metabolic and muscle-building benefits, but the scientific evidence reveals a stark disconnect between promising animal research and sparse human clinical data. While preliminary findings suggest therapeutic potential, current e...

Excessive visceral fat (VAT) and sarcopenia — the loss of skeletal muscle mass and function — are two underappreciated but powerful drivers of chronic disease and early mortality in adults over 30. While often hidden beneath the surface, VAT acts as a uniquely harmful fat depot, fueling insulin ...

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Lower adipose tissue leads to less inflammation, which leads to less fibrosis, which results in less stiffness....

A Comprehensive Guide to Insurance Liens, Health Plans, and Liability Coverage Sarah, a young architect with a busy schedule, stops for coffee on her way to a client meeting. As she steps out of her car, her foot slips on a nearly invisible oil patch in a grocery store parking lot. In an instant, sh...

what if we could identify injury risk weeks or even months before the first twinge of discomfort? What if the data we collect during routine performance testing could serve as an early warning system for overuse injuries?...