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Low magnitude and high frequency vibration prevents simulated microgravity-induced decrease in a bone formation response in osteoblasts

  • Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Juvent, Inc.
  • Emory University

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Abstract

Bone loss is a serious concern for human-based space exploration, and to date, it has not been adequately counteracted. Here, we provide preliminary data showing that low magnitude and high frequency mechanical vibration prevents decreased bone formation caused by simulated microgravity using the Random Positioning Machine. Experiments were performed for 3 days, and 2T3 preosteoblast cells were exposed to a vibration of 0.3g magnitude and at 30Hz frequency for 10 minutes/day before measuring ALP activity, a marker of cell differentiation. Thus, brief daily exposure of low magnitude and high frequency mechanical signals may countermeasure bone loss in spaceflight.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAIAA 57th International Astronautical Congress, IAC 2006
PublisherAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc.
Pages225-226
Number of pages2
ISBN (Print)9781605600390
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006
EventAIAA 57th International Astronautical Congress, IAC 2006 - Valencia, Spain
Duration: Oct 2 2006 → Oct 6 2006

Publication series

NameAIAA 57th International Astronautical Congress, IAC 2006
Volume1

Conference

ConferenceAIAA 57th International Astronautical Congress, IAC 2006
Country/TerritorySpain
CityValencia
Period10/2/06 → 10/6/06

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