Recent Advances in Arthritis and Tendinopathy

Dear Colleagues,

Arthritis and tendinopathy are two of the most common musculoskeletal disorders. However, current clinical treatment strategies cannot yield satisfactory results. Recently, an increasing number of biomarkers, microRNAs, lncRNAs, and cellular responses have been proposed to be involved in pathogenesis and would be therapeutic candidates in addition to stem cells, exosomes, biomaterials, and nanomaterials. Reducing inflammation, apoptosis, or senescence, enhancing M2 macrophage polarization, and maintaining extracellular matrix homeostasis in cartilage or tendons are common therapeutic approaches. Therefore, the Special Issue aims to highlight “diagnosis” and “treatment” of arthritis and tendinopathy. Articles presenting new strategies supported by experimental or clinical results and comprehensive evidence-based reviews are welcome. This issue will provide new insight into pathogenesis and treatment of arthritis and tendinopathy.

Dr. Po-Ting Wu
Dr. Chung-Hwan Chen
Dr. Tulyapruek Tawonsawatruk
Guest Editors

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