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Microgravity causes osteopenia, the loss of bone density, a condition related to osteoporosis. In fact, accord to Dr. Jay Shapiro, the team leader for bone studies at the National Space Biomedical Research Institute, "the magnitude of this (problem) has led NASA to consider bone loss an inherent risk of extended space flights." A major component in this problem stems from activity at the cellular level.

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How Microgravity Affect the Bones & Muscles of Astronauts?

2021/01/01

Microgravity weakens both bone and muscle. The effects are interconnected, since the weakening of muscle speeds the weakening of bone. This can leave astronauts with long-term muscle and bone loss. Understanding -- and hopefully combating -- the effects of microgravity on astronauts' bones and muscles presents a critical challenge for space travel.