BACKGROUND To evaluate the correlation between vertebral endplate change and the level of lumbar disc degeneration via magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 345 patients who were recruited from our hospital from May 2012 to May 2016 were evaluated for the presence of intervertebral disc degeneration or herniation. The degree of degeneration was assessed according to ...

Abstract Background Retinal degeneration is often accompanied by microglia-mediated neuroinflammation. Ferulic acid (FA), an active ingredient of traditional Chinese medicines (TCMs), has been reported to have anti-inflammatory effects. This study explores the impact FA on neuroinflammation and associated retinal in rd10 mice. Methods Rd10 mice received different concentrations every day from p...

Abstract Background Cartilage degeneration is assessed using various methods. Although macroscopic evaluation can directly measure cartilage degeneration, it cannot accurately assess properties. Histological examination one of the most accurate methods for evaluating degeneration. However, invasive and requires collection tissue. In contrast, Arthro-BST™ probe properties noninvasively. This stu...