Loss of articular cartilage creates extra stress on the ends of the bones that form the joint. The extra stress on the ends of the bones in the joint can cause osteophytes, or bone spurs, to form at ...

The recent finding of gut microbiome in human cartilage, which differed between osteoarthritis and controls, suggests that a similar trafficking of dead or alive bacteria from gut microbiota ...

‘From horses, we may learn not only about the horse itself but also about animals in general, indeed about ourselves and about life as a whole’ – G.G. Simpson In the line 'Regenerative Medicine' we ...

84.4% of the horizontal fissures were attributable to obesity. Reduced cartilage degradation and alteration of subchondral bone microstructure were also associated with increased BMI. Conclusions The ...

The MRI evaluation in JOG included the joint features of subchondral BMLs, subchondral cysts, cartilage, meniscus, effusion and synovitis using the Whole Organ Magnetic Resonance Imaging Score ...

The bones of the rib cage protect the organs of the chest such as the lungs and heart. The skull bones protect the brain. The end of every long bone is covered with a smooth tissue called cartilage.

The potential of 3D bioprinting to recreate osteochondral-like structures with distinct layers corresponding to articular/hyaline cartilage and subchondral bone has been discussed by Maia et al. (2023 ...

Over time, joint wear and tear can lead to the breakdown of cartilage, resulting in joint ... in estrogen levels during menopause can decrease bone density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis.

Bone broth has many supposed health benefits. It's said to support gut health, reduce inflammation, and improve skin aging. Bone broth has grown more popular, but people across cultures have been ...

Bone marrow also constantly produces new skeletal stem cells that develop into bone, cartilage, and fat cells, promoting the renewal of your bone cells to maintain a healthy and strong skeleton. Bone ...