News tagged with tendon injuries

Breakthrough research could speed up the recovery of injured athletes

(PhysOrg.com) -- A tendon can be one of the most common and frustrating injuries for an athlete - often forcing them to stay away from the sports field for up to eight weeks.

Nanotechnology / Nanomaterials

created Apr 21, 2009 | popularity 3.8 / 5 (4) | comments 2

Platelet-rich plasma: Does it work?

Platelet -rich plasma (PRP) is currently used as an alternative treatment method for several common orthopaedic-related sports medicine conditions. According to a new study in the October issue of the Journal of the American Ac ...

Medicine & Health / Other

created Oct 01, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Scientists reveal new insights into tendon injury

Scientists have discovered how tendons – the fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone – become damaged through injury or the ageing process in what could lead to new treatments for people with tendon problems.

Medicine & Health / Medical research

created Mar 01, 2011 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Chronic ankle pain may be more than just a sprain

Ankle sprains are a common injury after a fall, sudden twist or blow to the ankle joint. Approximately 40 percent of those who suffer an ankle sprain will experience chronic ankle pain, even after being treated ...

Medicine & Health / Other

created May 01, 2009 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0