Effects of treadmill running with different intensity on rat subchondral bone

Abstract Subchondral bone (SB) is recognized as a key factor in normal joint protection, not only does it provide a shock absorbing and supportive function for the cartilage, but it may also be important for cartilage metabolism. Mechanical loading is considered to be a critical regulator of skeleta...

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Main Authors: Zhe Li, Sheng-Yao Liu, Lei Xu, Shao-Yong Xu, Guo-Xin Ni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2017-05-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-017-02126-z