Pioneering muscle monitoring in space to help astronauts stay strong in low-gravity
Published Date: 3/20/2024
Source: sciencedaily.com
Astronauts have been able to track their muscle health in spaceflight for the first time using a handheld device, revealing which muscles are most at risk of weakening in low gravity conditions. Researchers monitored the muscle health of twelve astronauts before, during and after a stay on the International Space Station.