NASA NTRS · 19920000138
Deconditioning Under Prolonged, Repeated Bed Rest
Abstract
Cardiovascular deconditioning from prolonged bed rest not counteracted by mild exercise and requires at least 3 weeks for recovery, report contends. Involves more than simple decrease in volume of plasma; neurohumoral mechanisms, loss of mass of skeletal muscles, and general decrease of body's metabolic needs seem to be major contributors.
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Sandler, Harold, Popp, Richard L., Harrison, Donald C.. 1992-02-01. Deconditioning Under Prolonged, Repeated Bed Rest. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19920000138
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