This introductory lesson explores the structure and function of the mammalian skeletal system. Students learn about the major bones of the axial and appendicular skeleton, different bone and joint ...

This illustration shows the major cell types affected by cellular senescence in various skeletal diseases. As the body ages, senescent cells accumulate in different tissues—including bone, cartilage, ...

Whether you are a competitive athlete or an older adult, strong bones are essential—not only for movement, but also for overall health. Now, a new study has shed new light on how our bones are ...

NDORMS researchers are leading the development of a roadmap, published in Nature Reviews Rheumatology, that provides a blueprint for building a single-cell resolution map of the human musculoskeletal ...

"Bones are pulled by muscles and remodeled."Knowing this phrase might change the way you look at your body a little."My legs ...

This paper is a review focusing on mitochondrial dysfunction as a common pathology underlying the three major musculoskeletal ...

Osteoporosis can lead to chronic pain in hips, lower back, hands, knees, and neck. Bone density scans, imaging, and blood tests can help identify the cause of bone pain. Depending on the cause, bone ...

Cropped shot of a female doctor showing result of radiography on digital tablet to patient and giving diagnosis. Doctor talking to patient about medical treatment after surgery. This story is part of ...