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Geriatrics & Aging

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Senolytic clearance and epigenetic remodeling offer a proposed roadmap to treat intervertebral disc degeneration
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Senolytic clearance and epigenetic remodeling offer a proposed roadmap to treat intervertebral disc degeneration New strategies target aging cells to treat spinal disc decay
This systematic review examines the role of cellular senescence and epigenetic dysregulation in intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD). The …
Scientists have identified a way to stop the cycle of cell aging that causes spinal discs to break down and lose their function.
Regulatory suspension prohibits DCLVA use for Alzheimer's disease due to unresolved physiological uncertainties and scientific gaps
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Regulatory suspension prohibits DCLVA use for Alzheimer's disease due to unresolved physiological uncertainties and scientific gaps Regulatory suspension blocks use of DCLVA for Alzheimer's disease
This narrative review examines the potential of deep cervical lymphaticovenous anastomosis (DCLVA) for patients with Alzheimer's disease. Th…
A regulatory suspension currently prohibits using Deep cervical lymphaticovenous anastomosis for Alzheimer's disease because major scientifi…
Physical exercise therapy may support osteosarcopenia management in elderly patients according to this narrative review
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Physical exercise therapy may support osteosarcopenia management in elderly patients according to this narrative review Exercise may help fight bone and muscle loss in aging
This narrative review discusses physical exercise therapy for osteosarcopenia in the elderly population. The authors outline potential benef…
A new review suggests physical exercise could slow bone and muscle loss in older adults with osteosarcopenia.
Meta-analysis finds no significant association between statin use and sarcopenia in older adults
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Meta-analysis finds no significant association between statin use and sarcopenia in older adults Large review finds no clear link between statin use and muscle loss in older adults
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 9,080 older adults from European and Asian populations found no statistically significant associati…
A large review of over 9,000 older adults found no clear link between taking statins and losing muscle mass or strength.
Histone lactylation and glycation drive aging; NAD+ restoration and carbonyl stress reduction show promise
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Histone lactylation and glycation drive aging; NAD+ restoration and carbonyl stress reduction show promise Histone modifications reveal new targets for slowing aging
This mini review synthesizes evidence on histone acetylation, lactylation, and glycation in aging. It highlights crosstalk among these modif…
A new review shows how histone changes like lactylation and glycation drive aging, pointing to NAD+ and stress reduction as key intervention…
Exercise intensity and type shape affective responses in older adults, review finds
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Exercise intensity and type shape affective responses in older adults, review finds Exercise research reveals hidden mood differences in older adults
This theoretical review examines how exercise intensity, type, duration, and frequency influence affective valence and arousal in older adul…
New analysis shows how exercise impacts older adults differently than we thought, but current mood measures might be hiding important detail…
Metabolic and bariatric surgery yields significant body weight variations in sarcopenic obesity versus non-sarcopenic obesity
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Metabolic and bariatric surgery yields significant body weight variations in sarcopenic obesity versus non-sarcopenic obesity Metabolic surgery helps people with sarcopenic obesity lose weight and improve health
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) outcomes in a global sarcopenic obesity population …
A global review of 1,704 patients shows metabolic surgery helps those with sarcopenic obesity lose weight and manage health issues better th…
Combined aerobic and resistance training significantly improves FEV1, FVC, and MIP in older sarcopenic patients
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Combined aerobic and resistance training significantly improves FEV1, FVC, and MIP in older sarcopenic patients Combined exercise training improves lung function in older adults with muscle loss
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 655 older patients with sarcopenia found that combined aerobic and resistance training significa…
Older adults with muscle loss gain better lung function when doing both aerobic and resistance training together, not just one type.
Gut microbes and metabolites may influence aging, though human evidence remains limited
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Gut microbes and metabolites may influence aging, though human evidence remains limited Gut microbes may influence aging, but human evidence remains limited
This narrative review examines the role of gut microbes and their metabolites in aging. The authors note that most evidence comes from anima…
A review suggests gut microbes might affect aging, yet most data comes from animals and direct human proof is still missing.
Whey protein, vitamin D, and epicatechin show strongest effects on sarcopenia outcomes in network meta-analysis
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Whey protein, vitamin D, and epicatechin show strongest effects on sarcopenia outcomes in network meta-analysis Whey protein and Vitamin D help older adults with muscle loss
This systematic review and network meta-analysis of anti-inflammatory diets and supplements in elderly patients with sarcopenia found whey p…
A large review found that whey protein, Vitamin D, and specific supplements can improve strength and speed in older adults with muscle loss.
PromeTheus programme improves function and frailty in frail older adults versus usual care
Geriatrics & Aging RCT
PromeTheus programme improves function and frailty in frail older adults versus usual care Home exercise helps frail older adults improve function and reduce frailty
This randomized controlled trial enrolled 385 community-dwelling (pre)frail older adults aged 70 years or older with a clinical frailty scal…
A home-based exercise program improved physical function and frailty in frail older adults, though it did not reduce falls or improve life-s…
Risk factors for sarcopenic obesity in older adults include age, physical inactivity, diabetes, and hypertension
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Risk factors for sarcopenic obesity in older adults include age, physical inactivity, diabetes, and hypertension Older Adults With Low Muscle Mass And Fat Face Many Health Risks
This meta-analysis review examined risk factors for sarcopenic obesity in a population of 90,786 older adults. The analysis identified demog…
A large review found many things that increase the chance of sarcopenic obesity in seniors. Age, lack of exercise, and certain health proble…

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