Journal of Nanobiotechnology
Microneedle patch improved muscle mass and endurance in mice
Researchers tested a patch designed to release muscle-targeted packages from human umbilical cord stem cells in mice with age-related muscle loss.Researchers tested a patch designed to release muscle-targeted packages from human umbilical cord stem cells in mice with age-related muscle loss.
Mouse studyMuscle
Who was studiedMale mice with dexamethasone-induced muscle atrophy, against dexamethasone-only mice
What changedMicroneedle-treated mice had greater muscle mass and better endurance than dexamethasone-only controls
The catchOnly 6 mice per group were used to assess muscle benefits