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An orthopedic surgeon reveals the simple training shifts that keep athletes competing into their 40s. His decade-by-decade playbook works for anyone who wants to move pain-free for life.
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Cyclists Get Wearable Airbag Protection Within 2 Years
A sleek airbag skinsuit that deploys in 60 milliseconds could protect cyclists from devastating crashes starting in 2028. The technology weighs just 700 grams and protects the body parts helmets can't reach.
New Floating Bike Pedal Protects Knees for Cyclists
A groundbreaking pedal design lets cyclists' feet move naturally while riding, protecting knees from strain and injury. The 8 Degree Pedal brings floating technology to platform pedals for the first time.
China Program Cuts Workplace Injuries with Worker Input
A workplace safety program in China is proving that empowering frontline workers to identify hazards doesn't just save lives—it boosts productivity too. Over 16,000 worker suggestions have led to dramatic safety improvements across participating companies.
Tiny Shrimp's Shock-Proof Helmet Could Revolutionize Armor
Scientists discovered how snapping shrimp protect their brains from their own powerful shock waves using a natural helmet that's softer yet stronger than the rest of their shell. This tiny crustacean's ingenious design could help engineers create better armor to protect soldiers and first responders from blast injuries.
Walk Like a Penguin: Simple Trick Prevents Winter Falls
Scientists have discovered an easy walking technique that helps anyone stay upright on icy sidewalks. The penguin-inspired method is already helping people navigate winter weather safely.
Scientists Discover How to Build Injury-Proof Tendons
A UC Davis researcher found a way to make athletes stronger without adding muscle by training their tendons instead. His breakthrough methods are now helping elite teams and everyday athletes stay injury-free and perform better.
Volvo's Smart Seatbelt Adapts to Your Body in a Crash
Volvo just created a seatbelt that thinks, adjusting its force in milliseconds based on your size and the type of crash. It's the biggest leap in seatbelt safety since the company invented the three-point belt 67 years ago and gave it to the world for free.
Belgian Airbag System Could Save Pro Cyclists' Lives
Professional cyclists race at speeds over 30 mph wearing only helmets for protection. A Belgian company just invented wearable airbags that fit into cycling shorts and deploy in 100 milliseconds during crashes.
Doctors Team With Dancers to Prevent Injuries
Orthopedic surgeons and physiotherapists are joining forces with classical dancers in Bengaluru to decode the biomechanics of movement and prevent career-ending injuries. The groundbreaking workshops are transforming how dancers understand their bodies and practice their art.
New Folding Bike Helmet Cuts Brain Injury Risk by 88%
A sleek new helmet folds to half its size for easy transport while protecting cyclists from the most dangerous type of crash injuries. It's the first folding helmet to include brain-protecting technology developed by neurosurgeons.