As populations age, the prevalence of sarcopenia-;a progressive loss of muscle mass and function-;has become an increasingly urgent public health concern. Sarcopenia increases the risk of falls and frailty, reduces the quality of life for older adults, and heightens the likelihood of requiring long-term care.
Juntendo University Research Promotion CenterNov 20 2024 Preventing sarcopenia is, therefore, crucial for alleviating this healthcare burden.
The study involved a comprehensive analysis of MMV and its association with sarcopenia among older individuals. Using magnetic resonance imaging to measure MMV, the study examined various influencing factors, including BMI or body mass index, lifestyle factors such as activity levels and nutritional intake, insulin-like growth factor 1 levels, and the ACTN3 R577X polymorphism.
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