Mechanotransduction: all signals point to cytoskeleton, matrix, and integrins
From a metabolic point of view, during exercise at 50% O 2 max intensities or below, fatty-acid oxidation is the most predominant source of energy, whereas, during exercise of moderate intensity (between 50 and 70% O 2 max ), the energy source is provided by both fatty acids and glucose, with a gradual increase in the intensity [51]
Therefore, some minor MCL sprains may not hurt very much, unless one is shuffling side-to-side, whereas most complete tears will hurt, especially if one pushes down on the MCL in the area where it has been injured
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This is often closely intertwined with mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), where accumulated toxins and chronic oxidative stress cause mast cells to become hyper-reactive, constantly degranulating and releasing histamine and other inflammatory mediators into the bloodstream