Strontium zinc silicate simultaneously alleviates osteoporosis and sarcopenia in tail-suspended rats via Piezo1-mediated Ca2+ signaling

    Lingwei Huang, Yiren Jiao, Hangbin Xia, Huili Li, Jing Yu, Yumei Que, Zhen Zeng, Chen Fan, Chen Wang, Chen Yang, Jiang Chang
    The study investigates the potential of strontium zinc silicate, a bioactive ceramic, in treating musculoskeletal disorders such as osteoporosis and sarcopenia in tail-suspended rats. The research highlights the role of Piezo1-mediated intracellular Ca<sup>2+</sup> signaling in promoting osteogenesis and myogenesis, suggesting that targeting this pathway could serve as an effective therapeutic strategy for mechanical-related diseases. This approach may offer a universally applicable and efficient treatment option for such conditions.
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