Sarcopenia
“Sarcopenia is a syndrome characterised by progressive and generalised loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength with a risk of adverse outcomes such as physical disability, poor quality of life and death”. (1)
Sarcopenia, otherwise known as age-related loss of muscle mass and strength, increases frailty, reduces functional ability and loss of independence for older residents. We have compiled information regarding sarcopenia, the signs and symptoms and preventative measures that you can undertake with the residents in your nursing home. To download click here.