Understanding and improving muscle recovery in older Veterans after hospital stays
BCCMA: Recovery of Aged Muscle After Disuse Atrophy (REMEDY): Integrating multimorbidity, multi-omics, physiology, and biomarkers to define hospital acquired muscle atrophy and recovery (ANTICIPATE)
This study is looking at ways to help older Veterans who have trouble rebuilding their muscle strength after being in the hospital, by figuring out what causes muscle loss and finding early ways to keep their muscles healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917686 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on older Veterans who often struggle to regain muscle mass and function after being hospitalized. It aims to identify the biological mechanisms behind muscle atrophy and explore early interventions that could help maintain muscle health. By using advanced techniques like precision medicine and multi-omics, the study seeks to predict risks associated with hospital-acquired weakness and develop effective monitoring methods. The ultimate goal is to enhance recovery and quality of life for older Veterans facing muscle decline.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older Veterans who have experienced hospitalization and are at risk of muscle atrophy.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger or have not been hospitalized recently may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery strategies for older Veterans, helping them regain muscle strength and function after hospitalization.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using precision medicine approaches to address muscle atrophy, indicating potential for success in this novel investigation.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Trinity, Joel Douglas — VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Trinity, Joel Douglas
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.