Rotator cuff tears are a normal part of aging, but pain isn't inevitable
The first sign that retired accountant Kathey Parcels had torn her left rotator cuff was pain, sudden and acute pain.
Apr 20, 2026
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Musculoskeletal System: News and Research on Tendons
MeSH tree: A02.880
A woman's 'push‑up hack' is trending on social media. An anatomist explains why it works
Push-ups can be a challenge for the best of us. But many women struggle to do them, even after months of training in the gym.
Apr 7, 2026
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Shoulder scans in most people above 40 show rotator cuff abnormalities, pain or not
Shoulder pain is the third most common musculoskeletal complaint seen by doctors, affecting approximately 18–31% of the global population each month. Up to 85% of these cases are due to problems with the rotator cuff (RC)—the ...
How far can teenage Kiwi running star Sam Ruthe go? What science and history tell us
When New Zealand runner Sam Ruthe crossed the line to break the under-18 indoor mile world record last week at Boston University, he became the 11th fastest indoor miler of all time.
Feb 14, 2026
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How to head off tendon trouble
Injure a tendon and you might not notice right away, but beware: These injuries often fail to heal properly, putting everyday activities at risk.
Dec 15, 2025
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Tricking the brain to make exercise feel easier
Why do some people find a short jog exhausting, while others seem to run effortlessly? Of course, part of the answer lies in training and muscle strength. But the brain also plays a role, particularly in how we perceive effort.
Dec 5, 2025
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3D map sheds light on why tendons are prone to injury
Scientists at the University of Portsmouth have created the first detailed 3D map of how a crucial piece of connective tissue in our bodies responds to the stresses of movement and exercise. This tissue, called calcified ...
Nov 25, 2025
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New method noninvasively measures Achilles tendon structure and function in professional dancers
A study in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research uses a noninvasive, nonradioactive imaging-based method to measure the structure and function of the Achilles tendon in professional ballet dancers. The method could potentially ...
Oct 22, 2025
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Step length, a devastating finish and 'springs in his spikes': The science behind Gout Gout's speed
Every now and then an athlete comes along who makes people wonder, "how are they so fast?"
Mar 31, 2025
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How might ACL surgery increase the risk of knee osteoarthritis?
Some individuals who have had anterior-cruciate-ligament reconstruction (ACLR), the kind of surgery often performed on athletes' knees, may develop early-onset knee osteoarthritis. A new study in the Journal of Orthopaedic ...
Mar 19, 2025
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