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This scientific article explores the significant impact of metabolic syndrome on the incidence and recovery of rotator cuff injuries. The authors highlight how key components of metabolic syndrome—hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, and obesity—contribute to delayed healing, increased risk of re-injury, and poorer surgical outcomes.

Kandikattu S, Aavula M, Pisarski T, Parvizi D, Agrawal DK. Effect of Metabolic Syndrome in the inciden...

This academic paper presents a systematic review and meta-analysis examining the effects of foam rolling, a self-massage technique, on athletic performance and recovery. The authors analyzed twenty-one peer-reviewed studies to evaluate how foam rolling, applied either before exercise (pre-rolling) or after exercise (post-rolling), influences measures such as sprint, jump, and strength performance, flexibility, and muscle pain.

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This article presents findings from a randomized controlled trial investigating the effectiveness of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) in reducing stress urinary incontinence (SUI) among women who engage in functional fitness exercises like CrossFit.

Skaug KL, Engh ME, Bø K. Pelvic floor muscle training in female functional fitness exercisers: an assessor-blinded randomised controlled trial. Br J Sports Med. 2024;58(9):486-493. Pu...

This academic paper investigates the relationship between coffee consumption and biological aging. The authors utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), analyzing over 13,000 participants. They measured biological age using two established algorithms, PhenoAge and KDM-BA, and assessed coffee intake through dietary questionnaires.

Chen, X., Yin, X., Gao, Y., Chen, X., Ye, N., & He, X. (...

This article is a systematic review and meta-analysis of communication and education interventions aimed at mitigating sports-related concussions (SRCs) in adolescent athletes and their caregivers. Published in 2025, it synthesizes findings from 22 peer-reviewed studies from 2014-2024, primarily focusing on North America.

Pedroni, G., Barrense-Dias, Y., von Rhein, M., Gruebner, O., Kuske, C., Goeggel Simonetti, B., Fadda, M., &a...

This academic paper examines the physical fitness and overall well-being of individuals suffering from low back pain (LBP), specifically differentiating between those with and without central sensitization (CS).

Almeida, V. C., Lima, V. B., Costa, K. M., Sandes, S. S., de Farias Neto, J. P., & da Silva Junior, W. M. (2021). Do patients with low back pain and central sensitization have differences in physical fitness?. Journal of...

This epioside dissects a research article focusing on the impact of sit-stand desks (SSDs) on office workers. It explores how a six-month intervention using SSDs affects musculoskeletal discomfort (MD) and post-work fatigue (PWF) in office workers compared to a control group.

Silva, H., G. F. Ramos, P., C. Teno, S., & B. Júdice, P. (2024). Impact of a 6-month sit-stand desk-based intervention on regional musculoskeletal discomfo...

This research paper explores the limited but growing body of research on how nutrition interventions can affect athletic performance in women throughout their menstrual cycle. The authors conducted a critical review of studies focusing on hydration, micronutrients like iron and calcium, and phytochemicals such as caffeine and blackcurrant extract.

Helm MM, McGinnis GR, Basu A. Impact of Nutrition-Based Interventions on Athletic Perf...

This masterclass examines and refutes common myths surrounding gluteal tendinopathy (GT), a prevalent hip condition. It highlights how clinical beliefs without sufficient evidence have guided past treatments. The authors emphasize that the primary issue is tendon pathology, not inflammation, and that GT affects various demographics, not solely post-menopausal women. The article also critiques the overreliance on imaging and inadequ...

This review article explores the potential benefits of creatine supplementation for brain health and function. It summarizes current research showing that creatine can increase brain creatine stores, potentially improving cognition and memory, especially under metabolic stress or in aging adults. The paper also discusses promising effects of creatine in managing symptoms associated with traumatic brain injuries, muscular dystrophie...

This academic paper from the journal Biology presents research investigating the relationship between strength training frequency and telomere length, a marker of biological aging, in a large, representative sample of U.S. adults.

Tucker LA, Bates CJ. Telomere Length and Biological Aging: The Role of Strength Training in 4814 US Men and Women. Biology (Basel). 2024;13(11):883. doi:10.3390/biology13110883

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This scientific paper explores the phenomenon of neuronal senescence in the dorsal root ganglia (DRG), which are clusters of nerve cells involved in sensory perception. The research demonstrates that aging and peripheral nerve injury both contribute to the accumulation of senescent neurons in the DRG of mice and humans. These senescent neurons are found to express pro-inflammatory markers like IL6 and exhibit altered electrical exc...

This research analyzes factors predicting spontaneous regression of lumbar disc herniation (LDH), a common cause of back pain and sciatica. The authors conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing literature, examining various disc morphologies (bulging, protruded, extruded, and sequestered) and other characteristics. 

Rashed S, Vassiliou A, Starup-Hansen J, Tsang K. Systematic review and meta-analysis of predictive f...

This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the effectiveness of exercise-based injury-prevention programs in team handball players, a sport associated with high injury rates, particularly in the lower extremities and shoulder. The research synthesized data from multiple databases to assess if these programs could reduce the incidence of various injuries.

Naderi A, Shaabani F, Keikha M, Degens H. Is an Exercise-Based Injury-Pr...