Italian Journal of Anatomy and Embryology - contenuto non piu disponibile
Abstract
The aging process involves different organs, including the musculoskeletal system. Age-related modifications affecting the tendon such as reduced cell proliferation and decreased glycosaminoglycan and proteoglycan content were previously described, but data are incomplete and discordant. Therefore, aim of our study was to characterize the effect of aging on tendons, with particular attention to collagen turnover. For this purpose, tendons and cultured tenocytes were obtained by healthy young (age
Fields of Study & Subjects
Tendon Structure and Treatment
Sports injuries and prevention
Shoulder Injury and Treatment
Publication details
- Volume
- 120
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 143
- Publication date
- 8 July 2026
- Language
- EN