Health · Waterloo, Ontario · Canada · October 25, 2026

Sea cucumber-inspired gel could help repair human tendons

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 25, 7:00 AM ET

University of Waterloo researchers developed a gel inspired by the way sea cucumbers change the stiffness of their bodies. It could one day help repair damaged tendons and other soft tissue. The gel is designed to leave no permanent material behind.

Why it matters

A gel that dissolves after healing could improve treatment for common tendon injuries.

Background

Tendon injuries heal slowly and often need surgery. Researchers look to nature for materials that work with the body.

Sources

• Phys.org ↗Oct 25, 7:00 AM ET

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