As people age, muscles naturally lose mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. The decline can make everyday activities harder and increases the risk of falls, disability and early death.

Abstract: We have fabricated a donut-shaped actuator that contracts pores. We are trying to improve the contraction force by controlling the orientation of muscle fibers while culturing muscle cells.

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Muscle fatigue is a decreased ability to create force with your muscles. Electrolyte imbalance and overuse are some of the most common causes of muscle fatigue. Rest and massage are the best ways to ...