New Method Creates 854x More Mitochondria, Offering Hope for Cartilage Regeneration
Mitochondrial dysfunction is a common denominator in numerous diseases, including osteoarthritis (OA), heart failure, and metabolic disorders. While mitochondrial transplantation has emerged as a promising avenue for restoring tissue function, its clinical potential...
Bioinspired Origami–Based Prosthetic Knee
A research team at Peking University, Beijing, China, has developed what they claim is the world’s first soft prosthetic knee. Compared to the rigid, high-density metallic mechanics of prosthetic knees, soft materials enable lighter, more flexible designs with better...
NMES Coupled with Resistance Training Leads to Greater Muscle Mass
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) uses electrical currents to contract muscles. The stimulation devices are easy to use and widely available on the market, according to Sudip Bajpeyi, PhD, a professor in the Department of Kinesiology at The University of...