topicGelatin Vitamin C Tendon Randomized Trial
claimRecovery from connective tissue injury is often measured in months rather than weeks, and incomplete recovery can significantly increase the risk of recurrent injury and long-term functional impairment [].
evidence level3
citationLee Eui-Jae (2026)
sourceRehabilitation Nutrition for Tendon and Ligament Injuries: From Collagen Remodeling to Return-to-Activity and Sport
topicGelatin Vitamin C Tendon Randomized Trial
claimEvidence-based guidelines now exist for protein intake, carbohydrate availability, and several ergogenic aids aimed at optimizing muscle repair and adaptation.
evidence level3
citationLee Eui-Jae (2026)
sourceRehabilitation Nutrition for Tendon and Ligament Injuries: From Collagen Remodeling to Return-to-Activity and Sport
topicGelatin Vitamin C Tendon Randomized Trial
claimIn contrast, nutritional evidence specifically targeting connective tissue rehabilitation has expanded in recent years, but remains heterogeneous across injury types, study designs, and outcome measures [].
evidence level3
citationLee Eui-Jae (2026)
sourceRehabilitation Nutrition for Tendon and Ligament Injuries: From Collagen Remodeling to Return-to-Activity and Sport
topicGelatin Vitamin C Tendon Randomized Trial
claim1 2 Musculoskeletal injuries remain one of the most common challenges in both elite and recreational sports, accounting for a substantial proportion of time lost from training and competition.
evidence level3
citationLee Eui-Jae (2026)
sourceRehabilitation Nutrition for Tendon and Ligament Injuries: From Collagen Remodeling to Return-to-Activity and Sport