A torn meniscus, the cartilage in the knee, is a common sports injury, and unfortunately it doesn’t heal well. But researchers in Japan have now identified a hormone that helps repair the cartilage ...

The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday shut down a substantial part of CryoLife corporation, the nation's largest processor of donated human tissue, saying the company could not adequately ...

Does it seem like the number of people you know who have sustained knee injuries has increased recently? That's likely ...

For many hill walkers, the call of the wild is a lifelong passion. However, the demands placed on our bodies by these activities require thoughtful care, especially as we age. By focusing on the ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm a 60-year-old healthy man. I am very active as a team roper. My arthritis bothers me every day, every waking hour. We ride two or three days a week. I take a tramadol with ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Roach • I’m a 60-year-old healthy man. I am very active as a team roper. My arthritis bothers me every day, every waking ...

In a potential breakthrough for the performance horse industry (such as racing and polo), scientists are aiming to harness stem cells to repair tendon, ligament, cartilage and bone damage in horses.