Circulation April 2021 PMID 33775108

Cardiac Effects of Repeated Weightlessness During Extreme Duration Swimming Compared With Spaceflight.

James P MacNamara, Katrin A Dias, Satyam Sarma, Stuart M C Lee, David Martin, Maks Romeijn, Vlad G Zaha, Benjamin D Levine

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The group shows strong agreement with the publication, as exemplified by tweets emphasizing the similarity of heart shrinkage in swimmers and astronauts and calling the study 'fascinating.' Their tone and choice of words like 'intriguing' and 'fascinating' reflect high interest and recognition of the research's significance, possibly impacting future medical and space exploration protocols.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge and support the idea that both extreme swimming and spaceflight cause similar cardiac effects, valuing the study’s findings.

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Posts show high curiosity about the research, with many emphasizing the physiological impacts and potential implications.

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Several comments reference specific results, such as heart size reduction, and discuss broader consequences, indicating thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the importance of understanding cardiac atrophy in both contexts, suggesting the study may influence future research and health strategies.

Abstract in brief

The study compares the impact of prolonged weightlessness experienced during extreme duration swimming on the heart with the effects observed in spaceflight, highlighting how both conditions influence cardiac function.
The results suggest that repeated weightlessness causes specific changes in cardiac structure and performance, which may differ from those caused by space travel.
The findings emphasize the importance of understanding how different forms of weightless environments affect the cardiovascular system, potentially informing safer strategies for both astronauts and athletes engaged in extreme swimming.]

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Ben G Thomas · Mar 31, 2021 62,249 views

B Lloyd

@BlloydbLloyd · X

@BehizyTweets Our terrestrial bodies cannot survive in space. Astronaut Kelly's heart shrunk by 30% after spending under a years at the space station. The trip to Mars is a long slow death. https://t.co/E8i762luk8

Dec 5, 2024 · 543 followers View post →

B Lloyd

@BlloydbLloyd · X

@SeibtNaomi Astronaut’s Heart Shrinks By Almost 30% After A Year In Space "The human body naturally goes through some transformations due to the gravity in space, such as shrivelled legs, a swollen head as well as the weakening of bones." https://t.co/E8i762m29G

Nov 22, 2024 · 543 followers View post →

BSF

@BSF42069 · X

@Captain_ObVeus Bros asking AI now. Lower performance is NOT atrophied. The muscle continues to perform well and adapts once back in normal acceleration https://t.co/chl0Gog3YG

Sep 27, 2024 · 1,262 followers View post →

Nick Melia

@arta_semita · X

@tessfalor @cstroeckw @cuboidalhug https://t.co/CXvMs4GSZA

Sep 23, 2023 · 2 likes · 1,534 followers View post →

西木野わさび

@wasaviiiiiiiii · X

真面目に論文読みます https://t.co/A87CL1lmnq

Oct 11, 2021 · 907 followers View post →

Heinz Lindenmann ( der Medienkanal)

@HeinzLindenmann · X

RT @higgsmag: Bei jemand Fittem verkleinert sich die Herz-Muskelmasse im All eher. Raumfahrer, welche am Boden weniger fit sind, entwickeln…

Aug 2, 2021 · 1 share · 1,031 followers View post →

higgs

@higgsmag · X

Bei jemand Fittem verkleinert sich die Herz-Muskelmasse im All eher. Raumfahrer, welche am Boden weniger fit sind, entwickeln im Weltraum hingegen meist ein grösseres Herz: https://t.co/ar338UkrJe https://t.co/kdNQI5XjTa

Aug 2, 2021 · 2 likes · 1 share · 3,254 followers View post →

Altamiro Bottino

@BottinoAltamiro · X

Even with regular exercise, astronaut's heart left smaller after a year in space https://t.co/lmdg1MNSBA https://t.co/xhnD8On76p https://t.co/920meUyQJN

Jun 3, 2021 · 93 followers View post →

Altamiro Bottino

@BottinoAltamiro · X

Long-term space travelers will need high-intensity exercise to protect heart health https://t.co/RX5iLzHl5B https://t.co/xhnD8On76p https://t.co/ItF56JXqbx

May 30, 2021 · 93 followers View post →

Linda

@wordfinga · X

RT @LenaETrager: Cardiac Effects of Repeated Weightlessness During Extreme Duration Swimming Compared With Spaceflight. Intriguing study co…

Apr 23, 2021 · 4 shares · 4,594 followers View post →

Luca

@SorrisoCattivo · X

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Apr 21, 2021 · 142 followers View post →

立花幸司 (Koji Tachibana)

@tachibanakoji · X

以下の元論文（letter）では、水泳と宇宙遊泳を比較。長期滞在を考える上で一助になりそうです。 #宇宙倫理 #有人宇宙開発 https://t.co/mViiXyGn79 無重力空間で1年間過ごした宇宙飛行士の心臓の大きさが約3分の2に縮小！将来の火星任務に懸念｜FINDERS https://t.co/7jfQVVj9LC via @FINDERS_media

Apr 20, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 1,382 followers View post →

Linda

@wordfinga · X

RT @LenaETrager: Cardiac Effects of Repeated Weightlessness During Extreme Duration Swimming Compared With Spaceflight. Intriguing study co…

Apr 20, 2021 · 4 shares · 4,594 followers View post →

Francisca Martínez

@famartinez2001 · X