Muscle stem cells under the microscope: does low oxygen change how they work?

NCT ID NCT07341165

First seen Jan 15, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at how muscle stem cells (satellite cells) respond to a specific type of exercise in low-oxygen conditions. Thirty-eight healthy, active men did eccentric resistance exercise in normal air, low-oxygen air, or with a cuff restricting blood flow. Researchers took muscle samples at several time points to track stem cell activity. The goal was to understand the biological process, not to test a treatment.

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Locations

  • Faculté des Sciences de la Motricité

    Louvain-la-Neuve, 1348, Belgium

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