In this study, conducted at the UCT Medical School in South Africa, the effects of Biolane® Extract on recovery from muscle injury were compared with those of placebo in 20 highly trained athletes (cyclists). The cyclists took Biolane® Extract for 3 weeks before muscle injury was induced. Peak power was greater and recovery of peak power faster in the group which was taking Biolane® Extract than in those taking placebo. This was the first study to suggest that Biolane® Extract can aid in soft tissue injury recovery in healthy individuals.