Donepezil may help preserve muscle cell functioning in Alzheimer’s
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 28, 2021
People with early Alzheimer’s who are treated with the drug donepezil maintain mitochondrial function in their muscles when compared to their untreated peers, researchers report.
Clinical briefs for Thursday, July 1
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 01, 2021
AHCA vows to continue push toward 75% staff vaccination goal … Spikevax? Moderna, Pfizer wait for vaccine brand name approval in U.S. … Older women lost muscle strength, aerobic capacity during pandemic,...
Short-term ‘prehab’ doesn’t prevent muscle wasting after surgery, therapists find
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 22, 2020
Older adults who are scheduled for elective surgery will likely benefit more from a longer-term prehab program of targeted strength exercises, therapist-researchers say.
Inadequate protein in diet increasing frailty risk for many, study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 17, 2020
Half of the elders in a recent study weren’t eating enough protein to maintain muscle. Intake should be spread throughout the day, say researchers.
Recovery of ‘explosive strength’ may help inactive seniors prevent falls
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 28, 2019
Physical rehabilitation that builds explosive muscle strength may help prevent falls in seniors who experience prolonged inactivity.
Clinical Briefs for Friday, October 25
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 24, 2019
Vitamin D deficiency linked to poor muscle function in seniors … Immune response to influenza is culprit in poor flu outcomes … ‘Whole concept of senior living will change’ if Alzheimer’s drug...
Low grip strength tied to memory loss, cognitive impairment in seniors
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 22, 2019
Reduced handgrip strength is associated with greater odds of cognitive impairment in adults over age 50, according to new research.
Low muscle mass explodes risk of death in seniors, study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 01, 2019
Muscle loss helps predict longevity in seniors, especially women, whose mortality risk spikes when muscles mass declines, investigators have found.
Resistance training benefits outweigh risks, position paper asserts
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 28, 2019
A new paper shows how resistance exercise programs can be safely adapted for older adults residing in assisted living and skilled nursing facilities.
Exercise can counteract muscle wasting in heart failure patients, new study shows
By
McKnight's Staff
May 09, 2012
Exercise can help combat muscle wasting and other complications associated with aging and heart failure, a new study reveals.