Beneficial effects of resistance training on the protein profile of the calcaneal tendon during aging.

This study contributes to a better understanding of molecular aspects of the tendon. The down regulation of proteins linked to mechanical function and extracellular matrix remodeling of the tendon during aging can contribute to the increase of injury and weakness in the tendon. Nevertheless, RT proved to be a tool to prevent these adverse effects during aging by increasing proteins involved in the functionality of the tendon.
PMID: 29066418 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Experimental Gerontology - October 21, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Barin FR, Durigan JLQ, Oliveira KS, Migliolo L, de Almeida JA, Carvalho M, Petriz B, de Araujo HSS, Fontes W, Franco OL, Marqueti RC Tags: Exp Gerontol Source Type: research