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Rotator Cuff Tear on MRI? Why It Probably Doesn't Mean What You Think
By Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD · Published March 8, 2025 · 6 min read Watch the Full Video If you are over 40 and have had a shoulder MRI, there is a very good chance your report mentions something about your rotator cuff — tendinopathy, a partial tear, maybe even a full-thickness tear. Those words sound alarming. But a landmark study published in JAMA Internal Medicine is challenging everything we thought we knew about what these findings actually mean. The researchers scanned ov
Jeffrey Peng MD
Mar 84 min read
Can Ozempic and GLP-1 Agonists Treat Arthritis? What the Research Shows
By Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD · Published March 4, 2026 · 8 min read Watch the Full Video GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Ozempic (semaglutide), Wegovy, and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) have transformed the landscape of medical weight loss. Originally developed for type 2 diabetes management, these medications are now generating excitement for an entirely different reason: their potential role in treating arthritis . Emerging clinical evidence suggests that GLP-1 agonists may not only r
Jeffrey Peng MD
Mar 45 min read
How to Build Muscle and Strength as You Age: 3 Evidence-Based Strategies
Written by Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD — Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician Published: March 3, 2026 | Last Updated: March 3, 2026 Maintaining muscle mass and strength becomes increasingly difficult with every passing decade. In clinical practice, I see the consequences of age-related muscle loss — known as sarcopenia — on a regular basis. Sarcopenia is not merely a cosmetic concern. It is associated with higher rates of falls, loss of independence, difficulty performing dai
Jeffrey Peng MD
Mar 37 min read
Creatine Monohydrate Benefits: Muscle, Brain Health, and Healthy Aging
Written by Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD — Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician Published: March 3, 2026 | Last Updated: March 3, 2026 Creatine monohydrate is one of the most extensively studied and effective supplements in the health and fitness world. As a sports medicine physician, I have seen firsthand how powerful creatine can be — not just for young athletes, but also for weekend warriors, senior athletes, and anyone looking to lead a healthier lifestyle. What makes creati
Jeffrey Peng MD
Mar 36 min read
7 Rules to Stay Strong as You Age: A Sports Medicine Doctor's Guide
Written by Dr. Jeffrey Peng, MD — Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician Published: March 1, 2025 | Last Updated: March 1, 2025 Maintaining strength, mobility, and independence as you age is not only possible — it is well within reach for most people. Whether you are in your 60s, 70s, or beyond, the same foundational principles apply: move consistently, train with intention, and prioritize recovery. In my practice, I work with patients every day who are proving that age i
Jeffrey Peng MD
Mar 16 min read
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