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Researchers found that a cooling vest improved MS patient symptoms by reducing muscle strength and fatigue, as well as balance. Nitric oxide levels decreased significantly in patients receiving active cooling.
Researchers found GLUT4 inserted into plasma membranes at regions of membrane ruffling. High insulin and glucose levels impede this process, suggesting a novel explanation for muscle glucose homeostasis loss in diabetes. This study provides insight into the role of membrane-cytoskeletal interactions in regulating glucose uptake.
Scientists have identified several proteins that can block myostatin activity, leading to increased muscle growth in mice. The study suggests that these proteins may be effective muscle-enhancing agents for both human and agricultural applications.
As people age, they experience a decrease in muscle strength, but an increase in endurance. To address this issue, Maury Nussbaum and Laura Wojcik are conducting a study to understand how tasks can be adjusted to accommodate older workers' work capacity.
Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh have engineered a novel gene therapy to treat Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a genetic disorder causing progressive muscle weakening and death. The mini-gene AAV vector effectively delivers functional dystrophin protein, correcting muscle dysfunction and degeneration.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have found that target cells, such as muscle membranes, have long and dynamic process-like structures called myopodia. These myopodia cluster with axon filopodia, forming a connection between neurons and muscles, enabling synapse formation.
A University at Buffalo study shows that exercise training improves muscle function and protects against injury in aging animals. Regular exercise can help prevent frailty in seniors by strengthening muscles and reducing the risk of injury.
A new Ohio University study found that weight training does not increase cholesterol levels in healthy young men and women, but reduces body fat and increases muscle strength. The research counters previous studies and news reports giving weight lifting a bad name.
The UC Berkeley team has developed a set of principles that apply to animal locomotion of all kinds, from running to flying. Their research has led to breakthroughs in robot design, ergonomics, and even computer animation, with potential applications in fields like engineering and Pixar Animation Studios.
Researchers have discovered that stimulating nerves can alter cortical responses, leading to potential therapeutic approaches for stroke victims. By bypassing damaged brain areas, patients may regain at least some movement control.
A new therapy, using a CPAP device, reduces hypernasal speech in people with repaired cleft palates by strengthening the muscles of the soft palate. The study, conducted on 43 subjects aged under 19, shows significant improvement after eight weeks of treatment.
A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that sports massage has little effect on muscle power and blood lactate levels, contradicting its long-held use as a recovery aid. However, participants who received massage reported feeling significantly better than those who rested.
A University of Toronto study has shown that botox injections can effectively relieve headache pain, especially for patients with neck-related headaches. The treatment group experienced a substantial reduction in pain and improvement in range of motion after just four weeks.
A University of Florida researcher has finally shed light on the side effects of creatine, a popular muscle enhancer. The study found that creatine increases both overall water content and the ratio between intracellular and extracellular water, leading to an imbalance that can cause dehydration, heat illness, and kidney problems.
A study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology reveals that a specific pathway controls the breakdown of proteins regulating muscle type. The ubiquitin/proteasome pathway determines which proteins are degraded, allowing for the switching of muscle type during exercise training or constant contraction.
A study found that creatine supplementation improved the performance of elite male swimmers in a 50-meter swim, but not female swimmers. The research suggests that creatine may enhance muscle energy during high-intensity exercise by increasing phosphocreatine levels.
Researchers have developed tiny implants, called BIONs, that can be injected into muscles to stimulate them and prevent wasting. The implants use radio signals to activate electrical stimuli, offering a potential breakthrough in treating stroke patients who are at risk of serious complications such as thrombosis and muscle dislocation.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University developed HARP MRI to provide detailed heart muscle images in minutes, not hours. The system uses harmonic phase magnetic resonance imaging and software modifications to produce high-quality images of heart function.
A new Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) device has been developed to help patients with paralyzed vocal folds breathe on their own. The device was recently implanted in a Missouri woman, who was able to have her tracheotomy tube removed after 18 months of successful ventilation.
A study by UMass researchers found that athletes taking andro steroid may experience mood changes and affect their brains. The steroid alters neurotransmitters and stimulates libido and aggression, similar to testosterone.
Scientists used a new measurement technique to study muscle movement at the molecular level, shedding light on how myosin and actin interact. The technique, called luminescence resonance energy transfer, provided direct evidence for the lever-arm model of muscle contraction.
Research reveals that specific growth factors can speed up muscle regeneration and quicken healing in animal models. The findings hold promise for treating various types of muscle injuries in humans, including those affecting athletes who risk ending their careers due to disabilities caused by muscle injuries.
Scientists have developed a novel gene therapy treatment that permanently blocks age-related loss of muscle size and strength in mice. The treatment increases muscle strength by up to 27% in older mice, fully restoring their strength to young adulthood.
Researchers at Ohio University and Pennsylvania State University found molecular changes in muscles within 2-4 weeks of weight training. The study suggests that even limited workouts can induce significant changes in hormone production and protein expression.
Patients with long-standing Crohn disease in remission showed significant nutritional and functional deficiencies, especially in males with high prednisone doses. This study highlights the importance of comprehensive nutritional assessment over single-dimensional assessments.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins found that deep breaths can relax lung muscles and reduce wheezing in non-asthmatics by up to 80%. However, asthmatic patients showed minimal improvement from taking deep breaths before exposure to a contracting drug. This new finding could lead to the development of new asthma treatments.
Researchers have identified a mutation in the myostatin gene in beefy bovines, which is also found in
Electromyography has proven more reliable than high-tech diagnostic tools in pinpointing some back disorders, according to a researcher at the University of Michigan Medical Center. A new technique called mini-paraspinal mapping can accurately diagnose many back problems while reducing EMG needle insertions from 45 to 12.
Researchers at Weizmann Institute of Science find that muscle and tendon cells communicate through a molecular dialogue to complete their differentiation process. They isolated a gene that produces a growth factor inducing tendon cell differentiation, potentially helping understand human embryonic muscle development.
Research at San Francisco State University reveals a strong connection between computer mouse use and increased muscle tension, particularly in the arms, necks, and shoulders. Training sessions and frequent breaks can significantly reduce muscle tension levels.
Inadequate warm-up and restricted pitching can lead to Little League elbow injuries, which may result in permanent damage if left untreated. By following guidelines such as warming up before pitching, limiting pitches, and wearing neoprene sleeves, parents, coaches, and players can prevent these serious elbow injuries.
Research shows that older adults have a decreased ability to oxidize fat during exercise, with only one-third the fat oxidation of younger counterparts. However, an intensive 16-week exercise program can help restore normal fat oxidation patterns in elderly individuals.
Researchers found that muscle fibers strengthen their relationship with one nerve and ignore the rest, a finding that could help explain how memories are soldered into the brain. The study suggests that synapse elimination may be a step-wise process where the muscle fiber decides which healthy axon to keep.
Researchers have shown that different abdominal muscle fibers answer to different tasks, such as breathing and movement. This discovery highlights the need for specific therapies tailored to each task to maximize rehabilitation.