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Key Points The increasing prevalence of obese older adults is a major public health issue. Obesity causes frailty in older adults by exacerbating the age-related decline in physical function. Treatment plans for obese older adults should include lifestyle intervention such as weight loss, behavior modification and exercise therapy to improve physical function,...
The aging process is characterized by the gradual decrease in muscle mass, strength and power leading to a decline in physical functioning, increased frailty and disability. This age related loss of muscle mass and function has been termed sarcopenia. The mechanisms that underlie sarcopenia are only beginning to be elucidated. However, specific modes and intensities of physical activity can both act...
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