In their DNA: Rotator cuff stem cells more likely to develop into fat cells

In their DNA: Rotator cuff stem cells more likely to develop into fat cells

Why are fat deposits more likely to occur after tears of the shoulder's rotator cuff, compared to other types of muscle injuries? An increased propensity of stem cells within with rotator cuff muscles to develop into fat cells may explain the difference.

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Source: Science Daily

  • american orthopaedic association
  • american medical association
  • cleveland clinic
  • state university of new york