Powerful rounds of chemotherapy can damage bone marrow, so many patients are given an infusion of blood - forming stem cells from a donor to restore it. (sciencedaily.com)
Now, almost 200 years later, researchers say it's a clear indication of how footwear can damage our bones in obvious and subtle ways. (sciencedaily.com)
It is widely used to speed the repair of damaged bones and muscles, although its effectiveness is unclear. (newscientist.com)