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This study looked at whether taking a β-glucan supplement (from a type of fungus) along with regular exercise could improve muscle strength, mass, and function in adults with relative sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). Over 12 weeks, 116 participants were randomly assigned to …

This study tested whether a combination of branched-chain amino acids and medium-chain triglyceride oil can help middle-aged and older adults with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). 80 participants took the supplement and researchers measured changes in muscle mass, grip stren…

This study looked at whether extra protein (from whey, plant-based protein, or protein-rich foods) can lessen muscle damage caused by long-distance walking in active adults aged 60 and older. 199 participants took one of three protein strategies or a carbohydrate drink for five w…

This study tested a 12-week program combining exercise and nutrition advice in 168 older adults (65-90 years) with sarcopenia (muscle loss) and metabolic syndrome. Participants were randomly assigned to the program or usual care. The goal was to see if the program improved muscle…

This study looked at whether resistance training can improve muscle mass, strength, and physical performance in middle-aged and older adults with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). 40 participants completed a strength training program, and their results were compared to those …

This study tested whether giving growth hormone to people with advanced liver cirrhosis could improve their health and survival. 96 adults with decompensated cirrhosis (where the liver is failing) received either growth hormone or a placebo for several months. The goal was to see…

This study tested whether a 6-month program combining physical and mental exercises, special foods, and vaccines could improve the health of elderly people living in nursing homes. 90 residents aged 70 and older took part. The goal was to see if this combined approach was practic…

This study tested a 12-week program of exercise (resistance, aerobic, balance) plus a nutritional supplement (HMB) in 13 people with both osteoporosis and sarcopenia (muscle loss). Half received the program right away, while the other half waited. The goal was to see if the combi…

This study tested whether a diet rich in special olive oil and prebiotic supplements could improve muscle mass and strength in older adults (ages 60-80) with sarcopenia, a condition of age-related muscle loss. 39 participants followed the diet for 12 weeks and were monitored for …

This study looked at whether taking krill oil supplements for 6 months can improve muscle strength and mass in adults aged 35 to 60. Researchers measured changes in leg strength, grip strength, and body composition. The goal is to find a simple way to help prevent or manage age-r…

This study looked at three ways to help older adults (65+) with type 2 diabetes improve their body composition and physical function: circuit resistance training (home exercises), a plant-based Mediterranean diet, or the drug empagliflozin. One hundred participants were assigned …

This study tested whether a simple, low-cost exercise program using elastic bands could help older adults in rural nursing homes delay or prevent sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). Sixty participants aged 60 and older did 30-minute sessions twice a week for 12 weeks. The goal …

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 (muscle loss). 46 participants took part. The goal was to…

This study tested a 12-week program combining exercise and nutrition advice in 80 older adults (65-90 years) with sarcopenia (muscle loss) and metabolic syndrome. Participants did exercises and received dietary guidance to improve strength, mobility, and muscle mass. The goal was…

This study tested a personalized nutrition plan for 40 men with gastric cancer who were having surgery. The plan included extra amino acids to help prevent muscle loss and fat buildup in muscles. Researchers measured changes in muscle quality and recovery one week before and four…

This study tested a new device that measures muscle mass while sitting, without sticky electrodes, to diagnose sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). Researchers compared it to the standard DXA scan in 72 older adults. The goal was to see if the simpler method works just as well f…

This study looked at whether a simple home exercise program and/or protein supplements could help prevent falls in older adults at risk of muscle loss (sarcopenia). Over 800 seniors with signs of frailty or a recent fall took part. The goal was to see if these approaches, alone o…

This study tested a program that combines managing chronic diseases, reviewing medications, diet advice, physical exercise, and social support to prevent frailty in older adults who are already showing early signs of weakness. 232 people aged 70 or older took part, with half rece…

This study looked at whether a 12-week cardiac rehabilitation program can improve movement, breathing, and heart function in people aged 70 and older with heart failure. 65 participants were randomly assigned to the program or a control group. The goal was to see if exercise and …

This study tested whether special ankle devices that either resist or assist movement can improve walking in older adults. Nine people aged 65 to 85 with muscle loss (sarcopenia) took part. Researchers measured changes in walking distance, energy use, and ankle strength.

This study looked at whether adding resistance or aerobic exercise to standard rehab helps people with Parkinson's disease who also have muscle loss (sarcopenia). 32 participants completed the trial. The researchers measured walking speed, balance, strength, and daily living skil…

This study looked at whether a 4-month supervised strength training program could help people with lymphoma keep their muscle mass while undergoing chemotherapy. 42 patients were split into two groups: one did resistance training, the other received usual care. The main goal was …

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

This study tested whether doing many sit-to-stand exercises (like standing up from a chair) is safe and doable for people aged 60+ recovering from a hip fracture. 30 participants tried this training as part of their rehab. The goal was to see if it could build leg strength withou…

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

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

This study looked at whether taking a daily high-dose vitamin D3 pill (10,000 IU) for 12 weeks could improve muscle strength and muscle mass in 29 older adults (60+) with obesity in southern Mexico. Participants had their grip strength, muscle mass, and physical performance measu…

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. Researchers measured changes in muscle strength, fatigue, sleep, depression, and quality of life. The goal w…

This study tested whether adding robot-assisted walking training to stationary cycling helps people who had a stroke and are losing muscle. 53 participants did either cycling alone or cycling plus robot walking for 4 weeks. Researchers measured muscle quality, fear of falling, an…

This study tested whether combining a personalized exercise program (aerobic, strength, and balance) with a gentle vibrating device on the legs could improve muscle health, frailty, and thinking skills in older adults living in care homes. Forty people over age 75 took part. The …

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 thinking, walking, nut…

This study tested whether a smartphone app called Ghostly can help hospitalized patients—including those recovering from stroke, COVID-19, or frailty—regain muscle strength. Fifteen participants used the app for guided strength exercises, and researchers measured changes in muscl…

This study tested a 14-week recreational exercise program called FEXO in 120 adults aged 60 and older. The goal was to see if it could improve their physical and mental abilities (intrinsic capacity) and keep them motivated to exercise. Participants did fun group exercises three …

This study tested whether a fermented milk drink containing a specific probiotic (Lactobacillus casei Shirota) could help elderly Taiwanese people with sarcopenia, a condition of age-related muscle loss. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria, muscle strength, and walking s…

This study tested a new way to measure physical fatigue during everyday tasks like walking and lifting, going beyond just walking tests. Researchers worked with 40 people—stroke survivors and older adults with sarcopenia—to see how their bodies and minds responded to fatigue. The…

This study tracked 25 adults with non-small-cell lung cancer who were taking the drug osimertinib. Researchers measured their weight, muscle mass, and diet to understand how nutrition and muscle loss (sarcopenia) relate to treatment side effects and quality of life. The goal was …

This study looked at whether eating whole eggs (with cholesterol) helps people aged 50-69 gain more muscle from resistance training compared to eating only egg whites. Participants did strength exercises and ate either whole eggs or egg whites. Researchers measured muscle gain, b…

This study looked at how common malnutrition and muscle loss (sarcopenia) are in older adults in Italian hospitals. Researchers checked 303 people aged 65 and older using standard tools and blood tests. The goal was to get updated information to help doctors better identify and m…

This study looked at 95 older adults to understand why muscle loss speeds up in people with type 2 diabetes or after a hospital stay. Researchers measured leg muscle and knee strength to find clues. The goal is to discover new targets for treatments that could help older people s…

This study measured muscle loss (sarcopenia) in 80 stroke patients to see how often it happens and what factors like age, sex, and stroke severity play a role. Participants did simple tests like grip strength, walking speed, and muscle ultrasound. The goal is to better understand…

This study looked at 100 adults having gastrointestinal cancer surgery to see if sarcopenia (muscle loss) changes how muscle relaxants work during anesthesia. Researchers used CT scans to group patients as sarcopenic or not, then measured how fast the drugs worked and how long 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 was to find high-…

This study analyzed blood samples from 66 women to find chemical differences between those with fibromyalgia, those with both fibromyalgia and possible muscle loss (sarcopenia), and healthy women. The goal was to identify biomarkers that could help understand and diagnose these c…

This study looked at 60 people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a serious lung disease, to see how muscle loss (sarcopenia) impacts their quality of life and disease progression. Researchers measured muscle strength, walking speed, and lung function, and found that muscl…

This study looked at how common muscle loss (sarcopenia) is in people with spondyloarthropathy, a type of inflammatory arthritis. Researchers measured muscle strength, walking speed, and body composition in 106 adults aged 18 to 80. The goal was to better understand and detect th…

This study explores whether a special ultrasound technique (ARFI) can measure muscle stiffness to help screen for sarcopenia, a condition of muscle loss common in aging and cancer. Researchers compared three groups: healthy young adults (18-30), healthy older adults (70+), and ol…

This study looked at whether doing aerobic exercise before strength training helps older adults with sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) build more muscle. Fourteen participants completed the program. The goal was to see if increasing blood flow to muscles through aerobic exerci…

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. The goal was to f…

This study examined 549 older adults (65+) to see if metabolic syndrome is connected to vitamin D levels, even in those without vitamin D deficiency. Researchers used surveys and blood tests to gather data. The goal was to better understand these relationships, not to test a trea…

This study checked how well two digital hand-grip devices work in people over 60. Researchers measured grip strength and muscle tiredness in 413 older adults living in the community. The goal was to see if these tools are reliable for spotting frailty and muscle loss.

This study looked at whether doing heavy resistance exercise before a period of leg immobilization (like being in a cast) can protect muscles from shrinking. 64 healthy younger and older adults had one knee immobilized for 7-10 days, then did 4 weeks of exercise. Half also exerci…

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 looked at whether daily protein supplements (from plants or milk) help older adults build and maintain muscle. Fifty-one healthy people aged 60-80 took part, some also did exercise. The goal was to see if these supplements, especially plant-based ones, can support musc…

This study looked at 85 older adults (70+) in Spain to see if ultrasound scans and blood tests can help measure muscle quality and frailty. Participants were divided into groups, with one group doing a physical exercise program. The goal was to find better ways to detect early si…

This study followed 70 women aged 70 and older with urinary incontinence to see if muscle loss (sarcopenia) and physical function problems affect how well non-surgical treatments work. Participants kept a bladder diary and did pelvic floor exercises for 12 weeks. The goal was to …

This study examined 42 adults with COPD to understand what factors are linked to muscle loss (sarcopenia). Researchers measured breathing, exercise ability, muscle thickness, balance, and frailty. The goal was to identify which factors most affect sarcopenia in COPD patients, but…

This study looked at 37 adults aged 50-75 who had knee replacement surgery. Researchers measured muscle mass, calf size, and grip strength to see if sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) was present and how surgery affected it. The goal was to better understand muscle health in pe…

This study measured hand grip strength in 130 hospitalized cancer patients to see if it could predict short-term health outcomes. Researchers found that weaker grip strength was linked to higher risk of death within 30 days, ICU admission, and hospital readmission. The goal is to…

This study looked at 42 lung transplant patients to see if ultrasound could measure muscle loss in the thigh after surgery. The goal was to understand how much muscle is lost and what factors might affect it. This information could help doctors create better physical therapy plan…

This study looked at 79 older adults who had hip fractures after a low-energy fall, like tripping. Researchers used CT scans to measure specific muscles around the hip, not just overall muscle loss. They wanted to see if the balance between these muscles was linked to the type of…

This study explored whether having low muscle mass (sarcopenia) before treatment makes nerve damage from the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel more likely in people with early-stage breast cancer. Researchers measured muscle mass on CT scans and tracked nerve symptoms in 120 patients …