Musculoskeletal Adaptations to Aging and Exercise Lab
Building stronger bones and muscles
The Musculoskeletal Adaptations to Aging and Exercise (MAAX) Lab researches innovative
ways to improve strength by targeting bone, muscle and nerve health across the lifespan.
Collecting and publishing data
The following populations have unique musculoskeletal function and fatigue demands that can often be improved with exercise:
- Younger adults
- Competitive athletes
- Healthy populations
- Older adults
- Tactical athletes
- Clinical populations
High-Tech Equipment
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA)
This machine allows us to quickly and painlessly scan the entire body to measure bone, muscle and fat mass. We can also look at specific areas of the body that are often more affected by bone fragility fractures such as the lower spine, hips and wrist.