Jin
Retired UG Staff
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I don't have answers, only questions.
With the recent injuries to UG members I've been pondering just how detrimental exogenous testosterone is to the health of ligaments and tendons. My understanding is that it does contribute to their weakening. We get routine blood work to ensure our hormone levels, lipids and red counts are in check, but to my knowledge their is no way of quantifying the impact exogenous testosterone is having on our connective tissue.
1) What is the impact of exogenous testosterone on connective tissue?
2) What ways are there, if any, to mitigate the risks of a tear or separation? (with proper warm up and good technique a given)
With the recent injuries to UG members I've been pondering just how detrimental exogenous testosterone is to the health of ligaments and tendons. My understanding is that it does contribute to their weakening. We get routine blood work to ensure our hormone levels, lipids and red counts are in check, but to my knowledge their is no way of quantifying the impact exogenous testosterone is having on our connective tissue.
1) What is the impact of exogenous testosterone on connective tissue?
2) What ways are there, if any, to mitigate the risks of a tear or separation? (with proper warm up and good technique a given)