Objective To evaluate the biomechanical properties of the figure-of-eight and Kessler suture techniques for tendons. Methods Flexor tendons of porcine fingers were divided into two groups with triple central figure of eight ...

Nails are protective, thin, horny growth at the end of fingers and toes. Abnormalities of the fingernails and toenails can provide both subtle and obvious clues to common medical problems or severe systemic diseases. ...

Aim. The aim of this study was to assess the incidence of musculoskeletal injuries in breakdancers and investigate the association with training habits. Methods. Forty-six males and 16 females completed a questionnaire ...

Introduction: Climbers use small climbing shoes in order to increase their toe sensibility enabling them to step on small and randomly structured holds. In addition, climbing shoes provide support for climber’s body weight, ...

The myotendinous junction (MTJ) is the interface between muscle and tendon, and it is the main area of force transmission of the locomotor apparatus. Dystrophic processes promote pathological injury which affects the ...

Objective. - In a pioneer way, we investigated the morbidity of sports injuries referred by judo athletes from São Paulo State Championship.Material and methods. - Data collection from 93 senior judokas in State of São ...