Proteases are enzymes that break down protein into amino acids. Both plants and animals rely on proteases for daily functions. Proteases play roles in blood clotting, cell division and immune support
Chronic injury to adductor muscles causing pain and collagen fiber breakdown. Affects inner thigh muscles that squeeze legs together. Most commonly affects adductor longus tendon
Arthritis is a group of over 100 diseases causing joint inflammation. Joints are covered with cartilage, lined by synovium producing lubricating fluid. About 1 in 5 adults has some form of arthritis
Arthralgia is joint pain and soreness affecting various body parts. It differs from arthritis, which is a health condition. Most common in people over 40
Type II collagen is found primarily in cartilage, forming protective cushioning for joints. It's made of three identical amino acid chains forming a triple helix structure. Type II collagen is not the most abundant but crucial for joint health
OA is a form of arthritis causing cartilage breakdown between joints. Most common joint disease among over 100 types. More common in females after age 55, males before 45. Affects hands, feet, spine, and large weight-bearing joints