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Do ligaments stiffen with age? What the research says

Yes, research confirms that ligaments do stiffen with age due to complex biological changes at the cellular level. As people get older, the connective tissue within their ligaments and tendons becomes more rigid, leading to decreased flexibility and mobility in the joints.

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Do your hands and feet get bigger as you age? The surprising truth

Research from UC Berkeley has estimated that foot size can increase by as much as a half size every decade after age 40, leading many to wonder, "do your hands and feet get bigger as you age?" This phenomenon is a normal and natural part of the healthy aging process.

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