Task A Quantitative Test of On-Orbit Exercise Countermeasures for Bone Demineralization Using a Bed Rest Analog
Short Title: DBLS
Responsible HRP Element: Human Health Countermeasures
Supporting Org(s):
NSBRI
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Procurement Mechanism(s):
NASA Research Announcement
Aims:

Determine if individualized mechanical load replacement and supplementation during bed rest can serve as a countermeasure to losses in BMD, to changes in bone quality, and to muscle atrophy during 12 weeks of bed rest.  

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