How neighborhood environments affect muscle function in older adults
Examining the role of the neighborhood environment on muscle function in older adults
This study is looking at how the neighborhoods where older adults live might affect their muscle strength and overall health, and it invites participants to share information about their surroundings and muscle function to help find ways to keep them healthier and more active.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11001586 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of neighborhood characteristics on muscle function in older adults, focusing on how these environmental factors may contribute to muscle weakness and related health issues. By examining the biological mechanisms, particularly mitochondrial bioenergetics, the study aims to uncover how social and environmental influences can affect physical health. Participants may provide data on their neighborhood environments and muscle function, helping to identify potential links between the two. The findings could lead to new insights into preventing disability and improving health outcomes for older adults.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults experiencing muscle weakness or those living in diverse neighborhood environments.
Not a fit: Patients who are not older adults or those without any muscle function issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to strategies that enhance muscle function and overall health in older adults by addressing neighborhood-related factors.
How similar studies have performed: While previous research has explored neighborhood effects on disability, this approach focusing on muscle function and mitochondrial health is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Duchowny, Catherine — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Duchowny, Catherine
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.