This one document contains 2 complete genetic reports. Each was scored on its own, then combined here so you can read everything in one place. Every result further down is labelled with the report it came from.
This report reads your DNA and sorts every result into one of five plain-language groups, so you can see at a glance what deserves attention and what does not. Nothing here is a diagnosis. A flagged result means your genetics place you above or below the average person for that trait — a reason to ask a question, not a reason to worry.
Bone Health — Bone health is crucial for maintaining a strong skeletal system, mobility, and overall physical well-being. While lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise play important roles in bone health, genetics also significantly influences how strong and resilient your bones are.
Joint & Tendon Health — Joint and tendon health is essential for maintaining mobility, flexibility, and overall physical function. Genetic factors play a significant role in determining your susceptibility to various conditions that affect the joints and tendons, such as joint pain, arthritis, and tendon problems. While
These are ordered by how closely they relate to your flagged results — not generic health advice. Marrow does not prescribe, dose, or tell you to take anything. Diet and lifestyle changes are listed first because they are yours to make. Anything you would swallow is listed separately, by name only, as something to raise with a clinician who knows your history and your medications.
Reduce Tendon Strain To reduce tendon strain, modify your daily activities to avoid motions that cause discomfort or pain.
Attend physical therapy sessions 2-3 times per week for a duration of 4-6 weeks, depending on your specific TA condition and the advice of your healthcare provider.
Schedule and attend sessions for extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) with a qualified healthcare provider.
Begin by consulting with a physical therapist to assess your condition and create a personalized exercise plan.
Avoid chewing gum, biting on hard foods like nuts or ice, and lengthy yawning.
Use a low-level laser therapy device, as directed by its manual or a healthcare professional, on the affected area.
Visit a licensed acupuncturist for a session, typically lasting between 30 to 60 minutes, once or twice a week.
Do this continuously throughout the day, reminding yourself to adjust your posture whenever you notice it lapsing.
These came up in the research behind your flagged results. They are listed by name so you can ask about them. Marrow is not recommending them, and gives no dose. Supplements interact with prescription medication and with each other — that conversation belongs with your clinician.
Of the 44 results in this package, these 8 came back furthest from the population average. Each one below explains what it is, where you sit, and which report it came from. Start here.
Factors that might increase the risk of developing plantar fasciitis include: Age, with it being most common between the ages of 40 and 60 Certain types of exercise, such as long-distance running or ballet dancing Foot mechanics, including having a high arch, flat feet, or an abnormal walking pattern Obesity, which places extra stress on the plantar fascia Occupations that require long periods of standing or walking on hard surfaces Wearing shoes with inadequate support Genetics While plantar fasciitis is primarily associated with environmental factors and physical stress on the foot, there is some evidence to suggest that genetic factors might play a role in predisposing certain individuals to the condition.
As the disks in the cervical spine dehydrate and shrink, signs of osteoarthritis develop, including the formation of bony projections along the edges of bones (bone spurs).
Cervical spondylosis can sometimes lead to a narrowing of the space needed by the spinal cord and the nerve roots that pass through the spine to the rest of the body.
More likely to have When these nerve pathways are affected, individuals might 481,932 genetic experience neurological symptoms such as numbness, weakness, or tingling in the arms, hands, legs, or feet.
Risk factors for shoulder impingement include: Age: It is more common in middle-aged and older adults due to wear and tear.
Activities: Overhead activities common in some sports and jobs can lead to impingement.
Trauma: A fall or blow to the shoulder can initiate impingement symptoms.
As disc degeneration progresses, individuals may experience chronic back pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility.
In some cases, the narrowing of the disc space can lead to nerve compression, resulting in symptoms such as sciatica, which is characterized by radiating pain down one or both legs.
Moreover, the body may form bony growths called bone spurs in response to the instability, potentially exacerbating nerve compression and leading to further discomfort and disability.
Risk factors for trigger finger include [R, R, R, R, R]: Hobbies or jobs that require repetitive hand motions or prolonged gripping Some chronic health conditions (e.g., diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis) Female sex Previous surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome Genetics The genes involved in this condition may alter the structure of tendons [R, R].
Key Takeaways: Genetics plays a role in factors that contribute to TMJ disorders, such as arthritis or teeth grinding.
These genes may affect bone and cartilage structure, and mental health.
Factors that may increase the risk of developing TMJ disorders include arthritis, jaw injury, teeth grinding or clenching, and connective tissue problems.
This condition commonly occurs in older adults, and risk factors include Northern European ancestry, a family history of the condition, diabetes, and smoking.
Although pain is not always associated with Dupuytren’s contracture, the limitation in hand function and dexterity can significantly interfere with daily activities.
Treatment can range from observation to various invasive procedures, such as needle aponeurotomy, enzyme injections to break down the tissue cord, or in severe cases, surgical removal of the affected tissue.
The exact causes of bone cancer are not well understood, but several factors can increase the risk: Genetic disorders: Certain inherited genetic disorders, such as hereditary retinoblastoma and Li-Fraumeni syndrome, are linked to a higher risk of bone cancer.
Previous radiation therapy: Exposure to high doses of radiation, such as those used in previous cancer treatments, can increase the risk.
Paget’s disease: This bone condition, mostly seen in elderly people, may increase the risk of developing osteosarcoma.
Named only. Marrow gives no dose and does not recommend these.
Not everything in a genetic report is a warning. These came back protective or better than average.
Key Takeaways: Osteoarthritis will affect the majority of people over the age of 55.
So, even with low genetic risk, the overall risk is still high for older people.
About 50% of the differences in people's chances of getting osteoarthritis may be due to genetics.
Bone spurs develop as a result of bone and joint degeneration and are primarily associated with the aging process.
However, they can also arise from underlying diseases and conditions that affect bone and joint health: Osteoarthritis: The most common cause of bone spurs, osteoarthritis involves the breakdown of cartilage, leading to joint damage and increased bone friction.
Spinal degeneration: Bone spurs commonly occur in the spine as a result of the degeneration of discs and joints, often due to aging.
Other risk factors include intense physical activity or certain sports, using improper training technique or equipment, doing repetitive tasks, age (over 40), being female, some chronic health conditions and medications.
About 16 million tendon and ligament injuries occur in the U.S. each year.
If you have a high genetic risk, you may lower your overall risk by taking action on those factors that you can change.
The remaining results, grouped by what they mean. Every one of these is explained in full — with the genes and variants behind it — in the technical version of this report.
Genetics is a predisposition, not a verdict. The single most useful thing you can do with this document is take it to a clinician and talk through the flagged findings — especially any that line up with symptoms you already have or conditions that run in your family. Nothing here changes: your DNA is the same at 60 as it is today, so this report does not expire.
Genotyping was performed on DNA extracted from a buccal (cheek) swab using a genome-wide array. Results are derived from peer-reviewed genome-wide association data and, where applicable, published clinical guidelines. Each report was scored independently against its own reference set. Percentile figures describe where your result sits relative to a reference population.
This is a laboratory-developed test. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Genotyping does not detect all variants in the genes assessed; the absence of a flagged result does not exclude risk. Predisposition is probabilistic and is modified by environment, lifestyle, ancestry and family history. Results must be interpreted by a qualified healthcare professional and must not be used alone to diagnose, treat, or alter any medication regimen. Marrow does not recommend, prescribe, or dose any supplement or medication.
| Performing laboratory | Gene by Gene, Ltd. |
| Laboratory address | 1445 North Loop West, Suite 760, Houston, TX 77008 |
| CLIA certification | CLIA #45D1102202 |
| CAP accreditation | CAP #7212851 · accredited through 7 October 2027 |
| Laboratory Director | Feng Zhou, PhD, MB(ASCP) |
| Specimen type | Buccal (cheek) swab — genomic DNA |
| Accession | MRW-26-31B9E0 |
| Date reported | 29 July 2026 |
This specimen was tested at Gene by Gene, Ltd., 1445 North Loop West, Suite 760, Houston, TX 77008, under CLIA #45D1102202 and CAP #7212851. Laboratory Director: Feng Zhou, PhD, MB(ASCP). Marrow Health is not a clinical laboratory and does not perform testing; Marrow prepares and delivers this report from data produced by the performing laboratory named above. Report generated 29 July 2026 · Accession MRW-26-31B9E0 · © 2026 Marrow Health.