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CIPA - The Most Common Pain-Free Condition

Why Some People Never Feel Pain

Andrew Alpin

When we think about superpowers, the ability to live without pain might sound like the ultimate blessing. Yet for the tiny fraction of people born with this condition, the reality is far more complex than we might imagine. These individuals navigate a world where their most basic warning system is completely silent, where a broken ...

The Future of Genetic Research in Sports

These Genetic Mutations Might Explain Extreme Athletic Ability

Jan Otte

Have you ever watched an Olympic sprinter explode off the starting blocks or witnessed a marathon runner maintain an incredible pace for hours, and wondered what makes these athletes so extraordinary? While training, dedication, and mental toughness are crucial, there’s a hidden factor that might be even more fundamental to athletic excellence: genetic mutations. These ...