Repair and regeneration of human tissues and organs using biomaterials, cells, and/or
growth factors is a great challenge for tissue engineers and surgeons. The convergence of …

Tendon and ligament (TL) injuries affect millions of people annually. Biopolymers play a
significant role in TL tissue repair, whether the treatment relies on tissue engineering …

Abstract Riva, D, Bianchi, R, Rocca, F, and Mamo, C. Proprioceptive training and injury
prevention in a professional men's basketball team: A six-year prospective study. J Strength …

Background Football is the most practised sport in the world and is associated with the risk
of injuries in the players. Some studies have been published that identify injury prevention …

Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injury, Second Edition, presents clear, accessible
explanations of the biomechanical principles of injury and how injuries affect the normal …

Tendon attaches to bone across a functionally graded interface,“the enthesis”. A gradient of
mineral content is believed to play an important role for dissipation of stress concentrations …

Reattachment of tendon to bone has been a challenge in orthopedic surgery. The disparate
mechanical properties of the two tissues make it difficult to achieve direct surgical repair of …

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are commonly used for the treatment of
skeletal injuries. The ability of NSAIDs to reduce pain and inflammation is well-established …

Multiple factors, such as genetic predisposition, comorbidities, anatomy, proper and prompt
diagnosis, treatment type (conservative or surgical), and patient compliance, all contribute to …

For musculoskeletal tissues that transmit loads during movement, the interfaces between
tissues are essential to minimizing injury. Therefore, the reproduction of functional interfaces …