Adipose-Derived Stem Cells Improve Collagenase-Induced Tendinopathy in a Rat Model

Conclusion: The study findings demonstrate that the application of ASCs results in significant improvement in the pathological findings associated with tendinopathy and the normalization of collagen ratios within the affected tendon. Clinical Relevance: Subcutaneous adipose tissue can be harvested easily, and ASC administration might have the potential to rapidly treat tendinopathy.
Source: The American Journal of Sports Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Tags: Stem cell therapy, Tendinosis Biology and Translational Research Source Type: research