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MGF (Mechano Growth Factor)
Muscle & PerformanceHealing & RecoveryResearch use only
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Overview
Non-pegylated IGF-1 splice variant (IGF-1Ec) produced locally in muscle tissue following mechanical stress. Activates muscle satellite stem cells via receptor binding, stimulating MAPK/ERK signaling. Enhances protein synthesis and promotes muscle fiber repair. Has a very short half-life compared to PEG-MGF, requiring more frequent administration or localized injection.
Primary Uses
Muscle repair
Activation of muscle stem cells
Recovery from exercise-related damage
Satellite cell activation for muscle repair
Recovery support following mechanical stress
Localized tissue regeneration
Natural upregulation after exercise
Local muscle recovery
Post-exercise recovery
Tendon healing
Bone regeneration
Protocol Reference
Dose
100-300mcg per injection
Frequency
Daily, immediately post-workout
Half-life
~5-7 minutes
Route
Intramuscular injection into target muscle
Evidence
limited / Phase 3 (disputed)
Research Models
Humananimal
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