International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
24(14), P. 11667 - 11667
Published: July 19, 2023
Cervi
cornu
extracts
have
been
used
in
traditional
medicine
for
the
treatment
of
various
disorders,
including
osteoporosis.
However,
since
it
is
not
easy
to
separate
active
ingredients,
limited
research
has
conducted
on
their
functional
properties.
In
this
study,
we
extracted
low-molecular-weight
(843
Da)
collagen
NP-2007
from
cervi
by
enzyme
hydrolyzation
enhance
absorption
and
evaluated
therapeutic
effect
monosodium
iodoacetate-induced
rat
osteoarthritis
(OA)
model.
was
orally
administered
at
50,
100,
200
mg/kg
21
days.
We
showed
that
production
matrix
metalloproteinase-2,
-3,
-9,
decreased
after
treatment.
The
levels
tumor
necrosis
factor
(TNF)-α,
interleukin
(IL)-1β,
IL-6,
prostaglandin
E2
were
also
reduced
NP-2007.
Furthermore,
administration
resulted
effective
preservation
both
synovial
membrane
knee
cartilage
significantly
transformation
fibrous
tissue.
verified
nitric
oxide
pro-inflammatory
cytokines
TNF-α,
IL-1β,
IL-6
lipopolysaccharides-stimulated
RAW
264.7
cells
regulation
NF-kB
MAPK
signaling
pathways.
This
study
indicates
can
alleviate
symptoms
be
applied
as
a
novel
OA
Terapevticheskii arkhiv,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
97(1), P. 54 - 64
Published: Feb. 20, 2025
Introduction.
Current
strategies
for
treating
osteoarthritis
(OA)
are
based
on
a
multimodal
approach
that
includes
pharmacological
and
non-pharmacological
methods.
Undenatured
chicken
collagen
type
II
(NK2)
is
considered
safe
effective
maintaining
joint
health
can
be
used
alone
combined
with
drugs
OA
treatment.
Aim.
To
further
evaluate
the
efficacy
of
combination
Artneo
containing
NK2
in
patients
stage
III
knee
compared
placebo
multicenter,
prospective,
double-blind,
placebo-controlled,
randomized
trial.
Materials
The
study
included
212
from
12
centers
Russian
Federation,
whom
50
had
radiological
OA:
41
(82.0%)
females
9
(18.0%)
males
aged
44
to
75.
Using
interactive
web
response
system
(IWRS),
population
was
into
two
groups:
Group
1
(Artneo
group)
28
receiving
drug
capsule
once
day
180
days,
2
(placebo
22
drug-matched
presentation
same
regimen
as
1.
effectiveness
therapy
assessed
by
change
pain
using
Visual
Analog
Scale,
WOMAC
index,
KOOS,
EQ-5D
quality
life
questionnaire,
need
non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory
drugs.
All
complete
blood
count,
urinalysis,
chemistry,
ultrasonic
examination
target
joint.
Results.
A
trial
demonstrated
significantly
superior
all
studied
parameters,
improved
clinical
manifestations
reduced
stiffness,
function
life,
good
safety
profile.
Conclusion.
showed
high
general
patients,
including
those
OA.
Life,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(7), P. 1460 - 1460
Published: June 28, 2023
Chondrocytes
are
the
main
cell
type
in
articular
cartilage.
They
embedded
an
avascular,
abundant,
and
specialized
extracellular
matrix
(ECM).
responsible
for
synthesis
turnover
of
ECM,
which
major
macromolecular
components
collagen,
proteoglycans,
non-collagen
proteins.
The
crosstalk
between
chondrocytes
ECM
plays
several
relevant
roles
regulation
phenotype.
live
avascular
environment
healthy
cartilage
with
a
low
oxygen
supply.
Although
adapted
to
anaerobic
conditions,
many
their
metabolic
functions
oxygen-dependent,
most
is
supplied
by
synovial
fluid.
This
review
focuses
on
transcription
control
signaling
chondrocyte
differentiation,
homeostasis,
senescence,
death
changes
that
occur
osteoarthritis.
effects
chondroitin
sulfate
other
molecules
as
anti-inflammatory
agents
also
approached
analyzed.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(9), P. 1182 - 1182
Published: April 23, 2024
Polymers
derived
from
natural
biomass
have
emerged
as
a
valuable
resource
in
the
field
of
biomedicine
due
to
their
versatility.
Polysaccharides,
peptides,
proteins,
and
lignin
demonstrated
promising
results
various
applications,
including
drug
delivery
design.
However,
several
challenges
need
be
addressed
realize
full
potential
these
polymers.
The
current
paper
provides
comprehensive
overview
latest
research
perspectives
this
area,
with
particular
focus
on
developing
effective
methods
efficient
systems.
This
review
aims
offer
insights
into
opportunities
associated
use
polymers
provide
roadmap
for
future
field.
Sports Medicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
54(11), P. 2865 - 2888
Published: July 26, 2024
Abstract
Introduction
Over
the
past
decade,
collagen
peptide
(CP)
supplements
have
received
considerable
attention
in
sports
nutrition
research.
These
shown
promising
results
improving
personal
health,
enhancing
athletic
performance,
and
preventing
injuries
some
but
not
all
studies.
Objective
A
systematic
review
meta-analysis
of
randomized
controlled
trials
(RCTs)
has
been
conducted
to
investigate
effects
long-term
daily
supplementation
on
strength,
musculotendinous
adaptation,
functional
recovery,
body
composition
healthy
adults,
both
with
without
concurrent
exercise
interventions
over
several
weeks.
Methods
The
PRISMA
PERSiST
guidelines
were
followed
for
this
literature
review,
which
was
December
2023
using
PubMed,
Scopus,
CINAHL,
SPORTDiscus
databases.
Eligible
studies
included
healthy,
normal
overweight
adults
17
years
age
who
engaged
a
minimum
8
weeks
(except
one
3-week
trial
only
maximal
strength).
Studies
examining
recovery-related
outcomes
also
eligible
if
they
1-week
period
exercise.
Methodological
study
quality
assessed
PEDro
scale.
random-effects
model
standardized
mean
differences
(SMD)
change
scores
chosen
calculate
overall
effect
sizes.
Results
Nineteen
comprising
768
participants
meta-analysis.
indicate
statistically
significant
favor
CP
intake
regarding
fat-free
mass
(FFM)
(SMD
0.48,
p
<
0.01),
tendon
morphology
0.67,
muscle
architecture
0.39,
strength
0.19,
48
h
recovery
reactive
following
exercise-induced
damage
0.43,
=
0.045).
GRADE
approach
revealed
moderate
certainty
evidence
composition,
very
low
mechanical
properties,
remaining.
Conclusion
This
represents
first
comprehensive
investigation
into
combined
regular
physical
training
various
aspects
musculoskeletal
health
adults.
findings
significant,
though
certainty,
improvements
(FFM),
morphology,
mass,
damage.
However,
further
research
is
required
fully
understand
mechanisms
underlying
these
effects,
particularly
properties
short-term
adaptations
exercise,
as
observed
outcomes.
Overall,
appears
beneficial
adjunct
performance
Open
Science
Framework
(Registration
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/WCF4Y
).
Terapevticheskii arkhiv,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
96(1), P. 68 - 74
Published: Jan. 25, 2024
A
meeting
of
the
Expert
Council
on
September
9,
2023
considered
last
challenges
in
treatment
osteoarthritis
(OA)
including
OA
comorbid
patients.
Leading
experts
rheumatology,
traumatology
and
other
relevant
disciplines
participated
meeting.
The
key
goal
was
discussion
potential
application
a
combination
undenatured
(native)
type
II
collagen,
methylsulfonylmethane,
boswellic
acids,
vitamins
C
D
(Artneo
complex)
as
part
complex
therapy.
concluded
that
Artneo
for
stage
I–III
knee
patients
is
not
just
non-inferior
comparison
with
chondroitin
sulfate
glucosamine
hydrochloride
but
excels
it
decrease
magnetic
resonance
imaging
synovitis
markers
dynamics
Lequesne
index
severity.
proven
efficacy
favorable
safety
profile
6-months
course
deserve
attention
medical
community
active
implementation
into
ambulatory
practice,
first
all,
mild
or
moderate
and/or
burdened
comorbidities.
Marine Biotechnology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
27(2)
Published: March 13, 2025
Abstract
This
review
provides
a
general
overview
of
collagen
structure,
biosynthesis,
and
biological
properties,
with
particular
focus
on
marine
sources,
especially
fisheries
discards
by-catches.
Additionally,
well-documented
applications
are
presented,
special
emphasis
not
only
its
final
use
but
also
the
processes
enabling
sustainable
safe
recovery
from
materials
that
would
otherwise
go
to
waste.
Particular
attention
is
given
extraction
process,
highlighting
key
aspects
essential
for
industrialization
fish
sidestreams,
such
as
hygiene
standards,
adherence
good
manufacturing
practices,
ensuring
minimal
environmental
impact.
In
this
context,
EcoeFISHent
projects
have
provided
valuable
insights,
aiming
create
replicable,
systemic,
territorial
clusters
based
multi-circular
economy
industrial
symbiosis.
The
main
goal
project
increase
monetary
income
certain
categories,
fishery
aquaculture
activities,
through
valorization
underutilized
biomass.
Annals of Medicine,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
57(1)
Published: April 20, 2025
Knee
Osteoarthritis
(OA)
leads
to
significant
pain
and
reduced
function
affects
patients'
overall
quality
of
life
(QoL).
Conservative
modalities
are
the
first
line
management,
resorting
surgery
only
if
they
fail.
However,
these
have
limitations,
do
not
address
underlying
cause
knee
OA.
The
use
nutraceuticals,
including
native/undenatured
type
II
collagen
(UC-2),
has
evolved
shown
promise
in
conservative
management
This
article
highlights
mechanism
action,
qualitatively
presents
pre-clinical,
clinical
on-going
scientific
literature
exploring
safety
efficacy
UC-2
for
A
search
was
performed
using
multiple
databases
(PubMed,
Web
Science,
Embase
Scopus)
employing
terms
OA
articles
published
English
language,
while
adhering
Preferred
Reporting
Items
Systematic
Reviews
Meta-Analysis
(PRISMA)
guidelines.
All
pre-clinical
studies
utilizing
were
included.
Studies
alone
or
focusing
on
excluded.
Twelve
(3
studies,
8
1
study
with
both
component)
met
our
pre-defined
inclusion
criteria,
included
this
review.
acts
via
a
specific
immune
mediated
mechanism,
known
as
oral
tolerance,
which
can
lead
inflammation
enhanced
cartilage
repair
joint.
In
addition,
administration
(40
mg
daily)
is
safe
efficacious
short-
mid-term,
reducing
pain,
improving
function,
range
motion
(ROM)
QoL.
Nonetheless,
more
adequately
powered,
prospective,
multi-center,
non-randomized
randomized
controlled
trials
longer
follow-up
warranted
establish
long-term
patients
justify
its
routine
use.