Sarcopenia in older age: Why it matters and what we should do about it

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Sarcopenia in older age: Why it matters and what we should do about it

Chris Milne

Chris Milne

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Maintaining physical activity is of prime importance as people age – regular gardening can help [Image: Mike Erskine on Unsplash]

Sports physician Chris Milne discusses why GPs should identify loss of muscle mass early, as well as the cornerstones of management

Key points, Sarcopenia is a significant yet under-recognised problem. As our population ages, sarcopenia is going to assume increasing importance. At present,, Pract Green w Pale Yellow