The objective of the study is to evaluate efficiency of in vitro isolation and myogenic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) derived from adipose connective tissue (AD-MSCs), bone marrow ...

DIRECT oxidation of glucose-6-phosphate through the pentose phosphate pathway is known to occur in various animal tissues. The enzymes glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PDH) and 6-phosphogluconate ...

Surgeons used to think that fascia is a tissue that just covered organs, muscles, and bones. Now, though, the medical world has expanded the definition to include tissue that surrounds all of the ...

Connective tissue diseases can be genetic or autoimmune. Symptoms may vary by disease and can include pain and fatigue. Each disease has its own treatment options. Connective tissue holds the cells of ...

Muscle strength is only part of the equation—learn why supporting your tendons and ligaments is essential for long-term health. h_15691691A physical therapy student demonstrates a standing heel ...

In work that could one day help athletes as well as aging adults regenerate tissue more effectively, scientists increased the regeneration of muscle cells in mice by activating the precursors of ...

Background Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP) is the most prevalent muskuloskeletal condition in Europe (27%) and generates a high cost about 100€ per subject during 1 year. The CLBP origin remains unclear.

The increased deposition of connective tissue is a problem in chronic diseases of many organs such as the lungs (idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis), liver (cirrhosis), kidneys (kidney fibrosis), gut ...

Deep tissue massage offers both physical and psychological benefits. It can relieve muscle pain and stiffness and provide stress-relieving relaxation for the body and mind. Deep tissue massage is a ...

Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD Key Takeaways Eat fresh fruits, vegetables, and foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids to ...