Immobility

Question 1

what is sarcopenia

Answer 1

generalized and progressive loss of muscle mass

Question 2

at what age does sarcopenia start

Answer 2

30

Question 3

age related loss of muscle mass and function

Answer 3

sarcopenia

Question 4

management of sarcopenia

Answer 4

resistance training = increases strength
vit D and calcium
protein rich diet

Question 5

what are the exercise recommendations for someone elderly with sarcopenia (reduced muscle mass)

Answer 5

150 minutes of moderate exercise per week

SAME as everyone else!

Question 6

whats the difference between reablement and rehabilitation

Answer 6

rehabilitation - maximizing a persons activity in their social setting
rebablement - giving a person skills, confidence and independence