APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

MUSCULOSKELETAL AND SOFT TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these is a sign of sarcopenia?
A
Strong bones
B
Frailty
C
Good mobility
D
Big muscles
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sarcopenia and frailty are important conditions that become increasingly prevalent with age. Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle mass and function, and frailty can be defined as multi-system impairment associated with increased vulnerability to stressors.

Detailed explanation-2: -As a person ages, certain changes take place in the body that play a role in the development of sarcopenia. For example, as a person gets older, their body’s ability to produce the proteins that the muscles need to grow decreases. When protein production falls, individual muscle cells get smaller.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sarcopenia is the age-related progressive loss of muscle mass and strength. The main symptom of the condition is muscle weakness. Sarcopenia is a type of muscle atrophy primarily caused by the natural aging process. Scientists believe being physically inactive and eating an unhealthy diet can contribute to the disease.

Detailed explanation-4: -Falling. Muscle Weakness. Slow Walking Speed. Self-Reported Muscle Wasting. Difficulty Performing Normal Daily Activities.

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