The medical definition of sarcopenia is the gradual loss of muscle mass, strength and function. The condition commonly affects the elderly population and is thought to occur due to aging. Sarcopenia can greatly impact your quality of life by reducing your ability to perform daily tasks.

2017年10月18日 · Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle mass specifically related to aging. It’s normal to lose some muscle mass as you age. However, sarcopenia describes severe muscle loss that strays...

Sarcopenia (ICD-10-CM code M62.84 [1]) is a type of muscle loss that occurs with aging and/or immobility. It is characterized by the degenerative loss of skeletal muscle mass, quality, and strength. The rate of muscle loss is dependent on exercise …

2017年5月25日 · Sarcopenia can occur naturally due to aging or other health conditions. But certain practices, including adjusting your diet and activity level, may help prevent or reverse it.

2024年7月9日 · Sarcopenia is a loss of muscle mass and strength that can affect older adults. Understand its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatments.

2024年9月6日 · Sarcopenia is the progressive loss of muscle mass and function that occurs as a natural part of aging. It affects about 5% to 13% of people ages 60 to 70, and up to 50% of people who are 80 or older. Strong muscles help you carry groceries, climb stairs, swing a golf club, and get out of a chair.

2020年11月16日 · Sarcopenia is a musculoskeletal disease in which muscle mass, strength, and performance are significantly compromised with age. Sarcopenia most commonly affects elderly and sedentary populations and patients who have comorbidities that affect the musculoskeletal system or impair physical activity.

2023年8月12日 · Sarcopenia is an age-related loss of muscle mass and strength. Find out more about why it happens, who can get it, and what you can do about it.

Sarcopenia is a condition characterized by loss of skeletal muscle mass and function. Although it is primarily a disease of the elderly, its development may be associated with conditions that are not exclusively seen in older persons.

2023年9月27日 · Sarcopenia is a progressive and generalised skeletal muscle disorder that is associated with increased likelihood of adverse outcomes including falls, fractures, physical disability, and mortality.