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Astronauts' Bone Loss Could Be Cured Thanks to New Research
Escaping the Earth's orbit and floating through space for a six-month mission results in an average bone loss of 1-2% per month.
Using data gathered for the Canadian ISS study TBone, the team will study bone loss.
A study released Thursday from the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary followed 17 astronauts who spent six months on the International Space Station (ISS). The study found that the astronauts lost an average of 1-2% of their bone mass per month while in space.
This bone loss is a significant concern for astronauts, as it can lead to osteoporosis and other bone-related health problems. If left untreated, bone loss can increase the risk of fractures and other injuries.
The University of Calgary has been engaged in space research for 50 years and has participated in more than 20 space missions. The university's research has helped to advance our understanding of the effects of space travel on the human body.
The new study on bone loss is a significant step forward in our understanding of this issue. The findings could lead to the development of new treatments to prevent bone loss in astronauts and other people who spend extended periods of time in space.
The study was conducted by a team of researchers led by Dr. Leigh MacDougall, a professor in the Cumming School of Medicine. The team used data from the TBone study, which was conducted by the Canadian Space Agency.
The TBone study was a six-month study that followed 17 astronauts who spent six months on the ISS. The study collected data on the astronauts' bone density, muscle mass, and other health parameters.
The new study used data from the TBone study to investigate the effects of space travel on bone loss. The team found that the astronauts lost an average of 1-2% of their bone mass per month while in space.
The team also found that the astronauts' bone loss was greatest in the spine and hip. These areas of the body are particularly vulnerable to bone loss because they are not weight-bearing.
The new study is important because it provides new insights into the effects of space travel on bone loss. The findings could lead to the development of new treatments to prevent bone loss in astronauts and other people who spend extended periods of time in space.
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