Surgery

Design and fabrication of epoxy-based hip implants

Prosthetic joints are usually fabricated from medical-grade metals, such as titanium and ceramics. However, despite major advances in replacement hip bones made from such materials, there always remains the issue of biocompatibility ...

Sports medicine & Kinesiology

Do compression garments facilitate muscle recovery after exercise?

Compression garments are an elastic cloth fitting that people wear on their arms, legs, or hips during or after physical exercise. Their use has gained popularity over the last few decades because they are thought to enhance ...

Sports medicine & Kinesiology

Compression garments reduce strength loss after training

Regular training enhances your strength, but recovery is equally important. Elastic bandages and compression garments are widely used in sports to facilitate recovery and prevent injuries. Now, a research team from Tohoku ...