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Researchers trying to diagnose CTE during life, recruit former football players
Boston University researchers hope they can tackle the mystery of how to diagnose chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in the living,... Read more -
How exercise helps prevent acute muscle pain from becoming chronic
A study conducted at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in Brazil investigated the process of muscle pain chronification—that is,... Read more -
Older adults benefit from exercising with people in their local area, study finds
Mid and older life adults are choosing to exercise with people of the same age who they live near to... Read more -
Can a 10- or 15-minute workout really help you get fit? A sports scientist explains
In today's fast-paced world, finding time for exercise can be challenging. This probably explains why short workouts continue to be... Read more -
Cold water plunges may not speed women's post-exercise recovery, clinical trial finds
In a randomized clinical trial with 30 female participants, neither cold- nor hot-water immersion improved recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage.... Read more -
NFL players more likely to injure knee after shorter rest period, finds study
National Football League (NFL) players may be more likely to sustain a specific type of knee injury if they have... Read more -
Obesity, knee injuries and heavy work top causes of knee osteoarthritis
New research from the University of Sydney reveals that obesity, having a knee injury and occupational risks such as shift... Read more -
Junk food for thought: Study directly links ultra-processed foods to poor health
A landmark study exploring Canadians' consumption of chips, frozen pizzas, breakfast cereals and other ultra-processed foods typically loaded with fat,... Read more -
Study finds pairing objective tests with scouting improves hockey IQ predictions
In a study that is the first of its kind, a research team led by a McGill professor has developed... Read more -
Q&A: Can leisure make us healthier as individuals and as a society?
As a Penn State undergraduate student in the 1970s, John Dattilo said he felt pulled in two directions. He wanted... Read more -
Running with a stroller: Two biomechanics researchers on how it affects your form and risk of injury
"Faster, mommy, faster!" Allison's toddler squealed as she ran down the hill by her house with her jogging stroller. As... Read more -
What's the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?
Arthritis—an umbrella term for around 100 conditions that damage the joints—affects 4.1 million Australians. This is expected to rise by... Read more -
Why do some people get a curved back as they age and what can be done to avoid it?
As we age, it's common to notice posture changes: shoulders rounding, head leaning forward, back starting to curve. You might... Read more -
Exercise linked to 40% lower dementia risk and healthier brain aging
Researchers have looked at the connection between physical activity, or being in good physical shape, and brain health. The study,... Read more -
Science supports exercise as medicine: Patients with Parkinson's see benefits
At 79, Sarah Schoentgen exercises more than many people half her age. On top of walking in her Denver neighborhood... Read more
