Gerontology & Geriatrics

A hip-assist robot to advance fitness in the elderly

The natural aging process often results in a notable reduction of muscle mass, particularly in the lower limbs. This decline, in turn, leads to a gradual decrease in physical activity among older adults, as the weakening ...

Gerontology & Geriatrics

Impacts during everyday physical activity can slow bone loss

A study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, found that the bone mineral density at the femoral neck decreased, but the structural properties were maintained or even slightly improved during a year-long multicomponent ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

All pain is not the same when it comes to MS

Pain can present itself in many forms for people battling multiple sclerosis, and one type can interfere with exercising, new research shows.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Study helps explain post-COVID exercise intolerance

Exercise intolerance, or the inability to perform physical activity at the expected or desired level, is one of the many symptoms associated with long COVID. In a study, Yale researchers help explain what is explicitly driving ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Mindfulness and mental health

Mindfulness meditation is the practice of purposefully being aware of and focusing your attention on the present moment. Mindfulness allows you to be in tune with your experience—right now in this moment—and to explore ...

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