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This study tests whether a combination of resistance-based exercise and nutritional supplements (protein and vitamin D) can improve physical function and reduce the risk of disability in older adults living in rural China. Participants are 60 years or older and show early signs o…

This study looks at whether adding lower-body electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to resistance training helps postmenopausal women more than exercise alone. After menopause, women face higher risks of muscle loss and stiff arteries. The trial will compare three groups: EMS plus …

This study looked at whether a progressive resistance training program could help older adults with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) control their high blood pressure. 77 sedentary adults aged 60 and older participated. The goal was to see if building muscle strength could be…

This completed study tested whether a daily β-glucan supplement (1,000 mg) combined with regular exercise could improve muscle strength, mass, and function in 116 adults with relative sarcopenia. Participants took either the supplement or a placebo for 12 weeks while following an…

This study tested a combination of branched-chain amino acids and medium-chain triglycerides in 80 adults aged 50 and older with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). The goal was to see if the supplement could improve muscle mass, strength, and physical performance. While the ap…

This completed study tested whether taking krill oil supplements for six months could improve muscle strength and mass in adults aged 35 to 60. Fifty-four participants took either krill oil or a vegetable oil placebo. The researchers measured changes in leg strength, grip strengt…

This study looked at whether resistance training can improve muscle mass, strength, and physical performance in people aged 50 and older with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). Forty participants completed a supervised exercise program. The goal was to see if exercise works be…

This study tested whether a 6-month program combining physical exercise, cognitive training, dietary changes, and vaccinations could improve the well-being of elderly people living in long-term care facilities. 90 residents aged 70 and older took part. The goal was to see if this…

This study tested a 12-week cardiac rehabilitation program in 65 elderly patients (70+) with heart failure. The program included strength and aerobic exercises twice a week. Researchers measured changes in movement, heart function, and fitness. The goal was to see if exercise can…

This study looked at whether a 12-week program of resistance exercises, with or without a protein drink, could improve muscle strength and nutrition in older adults (70+) who receive home care and are at risk of sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). 46 participants took part. The…

This study tested whether a personalized nutrition plan, including extra amino acids, could improve muscle quality and recovery in 40 men undergoing surgery for gastric cancer. Half received standard care, and half received a tailored supplement. The goal was to see if this appro…

This study tested whether a fermented milk drink containing Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (sold as Yakult) could improve gut health and slow muscle loss in 132 elderly Taiwanese adults with sarcopenia. Participants drank two bottles daily for 12 weeks. Researchers measured c…

This study tested whether giving growth hormone to people with decompensated liver cirrhosis (advanced liver scarring) could improve their health and survival. The trial included 96 adults with this condition. Researchers measured how long patients survived without major complica…

This study tested whether a daily plant protein supplement (Nutrilite All-Plant Protein Booster) could improve muscle function and reduce arthritis symptoms in 139 adults aged 50 to 70 with mild to moderate sarcopenia and osteoarthritis. Participants took either the protein suppl…

This study tested whether a 12-week program of exercise and a nutritional supplement (containing HMB, protein, vitamin D, and omega-3) could improve muscle strength and mass in people with both osteoporosis and sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). Thirteen participants were rand…

This study looked at whether combining aerobic and resistance exercise with protein supplements can improve muscle, strength, and quality of life in older adults with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). 110 people aged 60-90 took part. The goal was to see if this combination wo…

This study tested a 12-week program combining exercise (stretching, resistance, and aerobic) with personalized nutrition and high-protein drinks in 168 older adults with sarcopenia and metabolic syndrome. The goal was to improve muscle strength, walking speed, and overall physica…

This completed study looked at three ways to help people aged 65 and older with type 2 diabetes improve their physical and metabolic health. One group did home-based circuit resistance training, another followed a plant-based Mediterranean diet, and the third took the diabetes dr…

This study tested a 12-week program combining exercise (stretching, resistance, and aerobic) with personalized nutrition (including high-protein drinks) in 80 older adults aged 65-90 who have sarcopenia (muscle loss) and metabolic syndrome. The goal was to see if the program impr…

This study tested how accurate and reliable two digital devices are at measuring hand grip strength and muscle fatigue in older adults. Over 400 people aged 60 and older participated. The goal is to improve diagnosis of conditions like sarcopenia and frailty.

This study tested a new bioimpedance device that measures muscle mass while seated, without sticky electrodes, against the standard osteodensitometry scan. Researchers enrolled 72 adults aged 60 and older to see if the simpler method gives accurate results for diagnosing sarcopen…

This study tested a program that combines diet advice, exercise, medication review, and social support to prevent frailty in older adults who are at risk. 232 people aged 70 and older took part. The goal was to see if this approach could help them stay stronger and more independe…

This study tested whether a simple home exercise program and protein supplements, alone or together, could help prevent falls in seniors at risk of muscle loss (sarcopenia). Over 800 older adults with early signs of frailty or a recent fall took part. They were assigned to do str…

This study looked at whether a 16-week brisk walking program, combined with dietary advice, could improve heart rate control and blood vessel health in adults with early-stage cirrhosis (liver scarring). Fifty participants aged 45-75 who were not very active took part. The goal w…

This study tested whether a program of aerobic, strength, and balance exercises, combined with a gentle vibrating device placed on the legs, could help older adults in care homes who have muscle loss (sarcopenia) and frailty. Forty adults over age 75 took part. The goal was to se…

This study looked at whether adding robot-assisted walking training to stationary cycling helps people who recently had a stroke and are losing muscle. 53 participants did either cycling alone or cycling plus robot walking for 4 weeks. The goal was to see if the combination impro…

This study tested a 14-week playful exercise program called FEXO for frail adults over 75 living in nursing homes. The program combines aerobic, strength, balance, and flexibility exercises in a fun, recreational format. Researchers measured improvements in physical function, thi…

This study tested a fun, group exercise program called FEXO for adults aged 60 and older. 120 participants did either the FEXO program or a standard exercise program for 14 weeks. The goal was to see if the fun program improved their overall physical and mental abilities and kept…

This study looked at whether adding resistance or aerobic exercise to standard rehab helps walking and muscle strength in people with Parkinson's disease who also have muscle loss (sarcopenia). 32 participants were assigned to either resistance or aerobic exercise for 6 weeks. Th…

This study tested whether the Ghostly app, which guides patients through strength exercises, could help hospitalized people with stroke, COVID-19, frailty, or muscle weakness. Fifteen participants used the app during their hospital stay. The goal was to see if it was practical an…

This pilot study tested whether a high-density sit-to-stand exercise program is feasible for older adults recovering from a hip fracture. Thirty patients aged 60 and older performed supervised chair rise exercises twice a week for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if the training coul…

This study looked at whether a 12-week TRX suspension training program could improve physical fitness, walking ability, and blood markers related to inflammation and muscle growth in older men with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). 36 men aged 65+ were randomly assigned to ei…

This study looked at whether a 12-week home exercise program could help people aged 45 and older with advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 4-5) who are not on dialysis. The program included strength and aerobic exercises done 3-4 times a week. Researchers measured changes in m…

This study looked at whether a diet rich in a special olive oil (high in phenolic compounds) plus prebiotic supplements could help people aged 60-80 who have sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). The goal was to see if this approach could improve muscle mass, strength, and walkin…

This study tested whether taking a high dose of vitamin D3 daily for 12 weeks could improve muscle strength and mass in older adults with obesity. Researchers enrolled 29 participants aged 60 and older in southern Mexico. They measured handgrip strength, muscle mass, and physical…

This study tested whether a supervised resistance training program could help lymphoma patients maintain muscle mass and physical function while undergoing chemotherapy. Forty-two adults with newly diagnosed lymphoma were randomly assigned to either the exercise program or usual …

This study looked at whether protein supplements or dietary advice could reduce muscle damage in active older adults after long-distance walking. 199 participants aged 60+ used whey protein, plant-based protein, or protein-rich foods for 5 weeks, and walked 30-50 km. Researchers …

This early-phase study tested whether an ankle exoskeleton that provides resistance and biofeedback can improve walking in older adults with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). Nine participants aged 65–85 completed the trial. Researchers measured changes in walking distance, e…

This completed study looked at 130 hospitalized cancer patients to see if hand grip strength could predict short-term outcomes like death within 30 days, ICU admission, or hospital readmission. Researchers measured grip strength within 24 hours of admission using a simple, non-in…

This study measured muscle mass, grip strength, and walking speed in 145 healthy Turkish adults aged 18-39 and 65-99. The goal was to create reference values specific to the Turkish population, so doctors can better diagnose sarcopenia—a condition where people lose muscle mass an…

This study tested a new ultrasound technique (ARFI) to measure muscle stiffness in 65 volunteers: young adults (18-30), healthy older adults (70+), and older adults undergoing cancer treatment. The goal was to see if this method could help screen for sarcopenia (age-related muscl…

This study looked at how many people with gastrointestinal cancer are at risk for sarcopenia, a condition where muscle mass and strength are lost. Researchers used a simple questionnaire called SARC-F to screen 44 patients before and during cancer treatment. The goal was to ident…

This study looked at how common malnutrition and muscle loss are in older adults in and out of Italian hospitals. Researchers checked 303 people aged 65 and older to understand links with diet, lifestyle, and health. The goal is to find better ways to prevent and treat malnutriti…

This study looked at 85 older adults in Spain to see if ultrasound scans and blood tests can help measure muscle quality and frailty. Some participants did a 16-week exercise program. The goal was to find better ways to track frailty and muscle loss without complicated procedures…

This study looked at 100 adults having gastrointestinal cancer surgery to see if sarcopenia (muscle loss) changes how muscle relaxants work during anesthesia. Patients were grouped based on CT scans showing sarcopenia. The researchers measured how fast the relaxants worked, how d…

This study looked at the nutrition and body composition of 25 adults with non-small-cell lung cancer who were taking the drug osimertinib. Researchers measured weight, muscle mass, and strength to see how common malnutrition and muscle loss were, and how these affected quality of…

This study explored why some people with COPD lose muscle mass and strength (sarcopenia). Researchers measured exercise ability, frailty, and breathing in 42 adults with COPD. The goal was to find which factors most affect muscle loss, helping guide future care.

This study measured muscle loss (sarcopenia) in 80 stroke survivors using simple tests like grip strength, walking speed, and ultrasound. Researchers compared patients who had a stroke recently (post-acute care) with those who had one over a year ago. The goal was to see how age,…

This study looked at whether knee replacement surgery can improve sarcopenia, a condition where people lose muscle mass and strength as they age. Researchers measured calf size, grip strength, and body composition in 37 patients before and after surgery. The goal was to see if th…

This study looked at 70 adults with colorectal cancer to see how common muscle loss (sarcopenia) is before surgery and whether it leads to more complications or longer hospital stays. Researchers measured muscle strength, mass, and physical performance. The goal is to find patien…

This completed study looked at 3 liver transplant patients to see if muscle loss (sarcopenia) changes how the body responds to the muscle relaxant rocuronium. Researchers measured hand grip strength and used a questionnaire to diagnose sarcopenia before surgery, then tracked how …

This study looked at 79 older adults with hip fractures to see if the balance of specific muscles around the hip affects the type of fracture. Researchers used CT scans to measure muscle areas and found that regional muscle balance may be more important than overall muscle loss. …

This completed study looked at blood samples from 66 women to find differences in small molecules (metabolites) between those with fibromyalgia, those with both fibromyalgia and possible sarcopenia (muscle loss), and healthy women. The goal was to identify potential biomarkers th…

This study examined the relationship between metabolic syndrome and vitamin D levels in 549 older adults (65+). Researchers collected health questionnaires and blood samples to understand how these factors are connected. The goal was to gather knowledge, not to test a treatment.

This completed study tested a new way to measure physical fatigue in 40 people — stroke survivors and older adults with muscle loss. Participants performed everyday tasks like walking stairs and crouching while researchers tracked their perceived effort, heart rate, and muscle ac…

This study looked at 120 women with early-stage breast cancer to see if having low muscle mass (sarcopenia) before treatment raises the risk of nerve damage from the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel. Researchers measured muscle mass on CT scans and checked for nerve symptoms using qu…

This study looks at how common muscle loss (sarcopenia) is in people with spondylarthropathy, a type of inflammatory arthritis. Researchers will measure muscle strength, walking speed, and body composition in 106 adults. The goal is to better understand and detect this disabling …

This study looked at whether daily protein supplements (from plants or milk) can help healthy older adults build and maintain muscle, especially when combined with exercise. Fifty-one participants aged 60-80 received either a plant protein blend, milk protein, or a placebo, along…

This completed study looked at how muscle size and strength change in older adults with type 2 diabetes during bed rest and exercise. Researchers studied 95 participants to find targets for future treatments to prevent muscle loss and disability. The goal is to improve health and…

This study looked at 100 postmenopausal women aged 60-80 to see if the amount of fat in their back muscles is linked to bone density and muscle loss (sarcopenia). Researchers used MRI scans to measure back muscle fat and compared it with bone density tests and physical performanc…

This study followed 70 women aged 70 and older with urinary incontinence to see how muscle loss (sarcopenia) and physical function affect the results of pelvic floor exercises. Researchers tracked incontinence episodes and muscle strength over 12 weeks. The goal is to better tail…

This study looked at whether doing aerobic exercise (like treadmill walking) before strength training helps older adults with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) build more muscle. Fourteen participants completed a supervised exercise program. The goal was to see if the aerobic …

This study looks at whether eating whole eggs (which contain cholesterol) helps people aged 50-69 gain more muscle from resistance training compared to eating only egg whites. Thirty-six participants will either do weight training or remain sedentary for 12 weeks while consuming …

This study tests whether doing heavy resistance exercise before a period of leg immobilization can prevent muscle loss. 48 healthy adults (young and older) will have one knee immobilized for 7-10 days, then undergo 4 weeks of retraining. Half will also exercise for 4 weeks before…

This completed study looked at 60 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) to see how common muscle loss (sarcopenia) is and how it affects their quality of life and disease progression. Researchers measured muscle strength, walking speed, lung function, and used a questio…

This study used ultrasound to measure muscle loss in 42 lung transplant patients. Researchers checked the thigh muscle before and after surgery to see how much muscle was lost. The goal is to better understand muscle wasting and help design better rehabilitation programs for thes…