Eur J Appl Physiol July 2021 PMID 33811556

Daily 30-min exposure to artificial gravity during 60 days of bed rest does not maintain aerobic exercise capacity but mitigates some deteriorations of muscle function: results from the AGBRESA RCT.

Andreas Kramer, María Venegas-Carro, Jochen Zange, Wolfram Sies, Nicola A Maffiuletti, Markus Gruber, Hans Degens, María Moreno-Villanueva, Edwin Mulder

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Discussions express curiosity about the role of artificial gravity in space missions, with mentions such as 'How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure' and references to organizations like NASA and DLR, indicating an interest in its practical applications. The tone is mostly neutral and informational, with phrases like 'check it out here' and references to collaborative efforts, reflecting moderate engagement without strong opinions or controversy.

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Abstract in brief

  • A 60-day bed rest study evaluated the effects of artificial gravity (AG) on physical and muscle function; AG did not improve aerobic capacity but helped reduce muscle deterioration, especially in jumping power and plantar flexion strength.
  • The study involved three groups—continuous AG, intermittent AG, and control—with AG protocols providing low-intensity muscle contractions insufficient for maintaining aerobic fitness but somewhat protective for muscle function.
  • Women experienced more significant declines in muscle power and strength than men, and while AG mitigated some muscle losses, it was not effective in preserving aerobic exercise capacity due to its low cardiovascular demand.]

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European Journal of Applied Physiology
@EJAP_official · X

Daily 30-min exposure to artificial gravity during 60 days of bed rest does not maintain aerobic exercise capacity but mitigates some deteriorations of muscle function: results from the AGBRESA RCT #openaccess https://t.co/QHNuunzufO https://t.co/P1WZZZS24M

Apr 19, 2021 · 17 likes · 1 share · 5,313 followers View post →
Markus Gruber
@HPRC10 · X

How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure during #bedrest, #spacemission? Publication with colleagues from DLR (@DLR_de), Nic Maffiuletti (@SchulthessNews) and Hans Degens (@ManMetUni). Check it out here: https://t.co/GVIvcj1cAA #bedrest; #esa; #nasa

Apr 6, 2021 · 8 likes · 6 shares · 124 followers View post →
Schulthess Klinik
@SchulthessNews · X

RT @HPRC10: How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure during #bedrest, #spacemission? Publication with colleagues from DLR (@…

Apr 6, 2021 · 6 shares · 1,043 followers View post →
Kirsty Roberts
@DrKirstyRoberts · X

RT @EJAP_official: Daily 30-min exposure to artificial gravity during 60 days of bed rest does not maintain aerobic exercise capacity but m…

Apr 20, 2021 · 1 share · 645 followers View post →
Wanja Wolff
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RT @HPRC10: How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure during #bedrest, #spacemission? Publication with colleagues from DLR (@…

Apr 6, 2021 · 6 shares · 448 followers View post →
Lorenz Assländer
@LAsslander · X

RT @HPRC10: How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure during #bedrest, #spacemission? Publication with colleagues from DLR (@…

Apr 6, 2021 · 6 shares · 152 followers View post →

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人類の生活圏が宇宙に拡がることを見据えた研究。 Daily 30-min exposure to artificial gravity during 60 days of bed rest does not maintain aerobic exercise capacity but mitigates some deteriorations of muscle function: results from the AGBRESA #RCT https://t.co/8tfiupA6Vv

May 31, 2021 · 123 followers View post →
Kirsty Roberts
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RT @EJAP_official: Daily 30-min exposure to artificial gravity during 60 days of bed rest does not maintain aerobic exercise capacity but m…

Apr 20, 2021 · 1 share · 645 followers View post →
European Journal of Applied Physiology
@EJAP_official · X

Daily 30-min exposure to artificial gravity during 60 days of bed rest does not maintain aerobic exercise capacity but mitigates some deteriorations of muscle function: results from the AGBRESA RCT #openaccess https://t.co/QHNuunzufO https://t.co/P1WZZZS24M

Apr 19, 2021 · 17 likes · 1 share · 5,313 followers View post →
Lorenz Assländer
@LAsslander · X

RT @HPRC10: How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure during #bedrest, #spacemission? Publication with colleagues from DLR (@…

Apr 6, 2021 · 6 shares · 152 followers View post →
Schulthess Klinik
@SchulthessNews · X

RT @HPRC10: How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure during #bedrest, #spacemission? Publication with colleagues from DLR (@…

Apr 6, 2021 · 6 shares · 1,043 followers View post →
Wanja Wolff
@WolffWanja · X

RT @HPRC10: How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure during #bedrest, #spacemission? Publication with colleagues from DLR (@…

Apr 6, 2021 · 6 shares · 448 followers View post →
Markus Gruber
@HPRC10 · X

How effective is artificial gravity as a countermeasure during #bedrest, #spacemission? Publication with colleagues from DLR (@DLR_de), Nic Maffiuletti (@SchulthessNews) and Hans Degens (@ManMetUni). Check it out here: https://t.co/GVIvcj1cAA #bedrest; #esa; #nasa

Apr 6, 2021 · 8 likes · 6 shares · 124 followers View post →