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Risk for ACL Injury Increased by Genes that Regulate Inflammation

June 3, 2022 Zach Cooper News

One factor that may increase one’s susceptibility to sustaining an ACL injury is the variation of the genes that regulate[…]

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Asthma and Other Breathing Disorders Increase Risk for Back Pain

June 2, 2022 Zach Cooper News

Proper breathing may be key for preventing pain in the lower back. In a new study in the “European Spine[…]

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Elbow Problems Increase Risk for Hip Injuries

June 1, 2022 Zach Cooper News

There may be a connection between injuries at the elbow and injuries at the hip. In a new study in[…]

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Vitamin D Deficiency Increases Risk for Musculoskeletal Injury

April 1, 2022 Zach Cooper News

One of the keys to preventing muscular injuries may be to maintain optimal vitamin D status. In a new study[…]

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Blind People are Dramatically Less Likely to Develop Schizophrenia

October 9, 2019 Zach Cooper News

Blindness may have a protective effect against schizophrenia. In a new study in the journal “Schizophrenia Research”, researchers examined the[…]

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Elite Sprinters Have More Fast-Twitch Muscle Fibers

September 10, 2019 Zach Cooper News

Being genetically endowed with a higher proportion of fast-twitch muscle fibers may be key for competing at an elite level[…]

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Birth Control Decreases Risk for ACL Tear

August 31, 2019 Zach Cooper News

The hormonal effects of birth control may have protective effects against connective tissue injuries. In a new study in the[…]

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Less Injuries Occur During Thursday Night Football Games

August 29, 2019 Zach Cooper News

When athletes in the NFL play football on Thursday night, they have had more chance to rest since their most[…]

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Smoking Slows Down Connective Tissue Healing

August 29, 2019 Zach Cooper News

Those who suffer from connective tissue dysfunction, such as tendon injuries, may be influenced by metabolic factors such as exposure[…]

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Pro Athletes Suffer Less Injuries if they Played Multiple Sports in High School

August 28, 2019 Zach Cooper News

Professional athletes are more likely to become injured if they specialized in sports early in their career. In a new[…]

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