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Report: Muscle loss a growing danger to elderly
LTC Liability Monitor, March 9, 2006
A report by the International Longevity Center this week suggested sarcopenia-a condition that leads to loss of muscle mass and strength, and also gradual incapacitation-is more prevalent than ever in the elderly, according to the Hartford Courant. The term "sarcopenia" itself translates to "vanishing flesh," and sources for the Center, an aging-issues think tank based in New York, suggested its emergence as one of the biggest healthcare risks for seniors.
The unsteadiness caused by muscle deterioration in the legs often leads to falls and other functional breakdowns, researchers said. Older people with advanced sarcopenia frequently require nursing home care. A well-balanced diet and strength exercises-mobility is most important-are good ways to combat the condition, the study stated.
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