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Elbow Pain in Weightlifters: Common Causes and Fixes

Elbow Pain in Weightlifters: Common Causes and Fixes

If you've ever felt a sharp sting on the inside of your elbow during a heavy curl, a nagging ache on the outside after rows, or a deep throb behind the elbow following bench press, you're far from…

John J. Christoforetti, MD
Peptides in Orthopedics: What Patients Should Know About BPC-157

Peptides in Orthopedics: What Patients Should Know About BPC-157

BPC-157 is an experimental peptide that has shown promise in animal studies for supporting tendon, ligament, and muscle healing, but it has not been proven in large human clinical trials or approved by the FDA for routine medical use. If you’re considering it for an orthopedic injury, the safest approach is to discuss it with a qualified physician and view it as investigational rather than a replacement for established treatment.

Christopher S. Raffo, MD
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