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Osteoporosis Drug Blocks Spinal Degeneration in Zebrafish Study

Researchers found a genetic link to spinal degeneration and tested an existing osteoporosis drug that prevented harmful mineral buildup in the spines of zebrafish, though human effects remain unknown.

A common osteoporosis drug blocked spinal damage in a surprising new study
Osteoporosis Drug Blocks Spinal Degeneration in Zebrafish Study
Ed Uthman from Houston, TX, USA · CC BY 2.0 · rights

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Researchers found a genetic link to spinal degeneration and tested an existing osteoporosis drug that prevented harmful mineral buildup in the spines of zebrafish, though human effects remain unknown.