Cellular senescence in age-related musculoskeletal diseases

May 2, 2025Frontiers of medicine

Cell aging in muscle and bone diseases linked to aging

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Abstract

Cellular senescence is linked to various age-related musculoskeletal diseases.

  • Aging often results in reduced mobility and increased frailty due to diminished musculoskeletal function.
  • Cellular senescence contributes to osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, intervertebral disc degeneration, and sarcopenia.
  • Impaired regenerative capacity of stem cells and a pro-inflammatory environment are associated with the harmful effects of senescence.
  • The senescence-associated secretory phenotype (SASP) can induce senescence in nearby cells, potentially worsening the condition.
  • While removing senescent cells and suppressing SASP factors has shown potential in mouse models, significant efficacy has not yet been confirmed in clinical trials.

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