Sarcopenia: Its definition, prevalence, functional outcomes and prevention
Aging is associated with progressive loss of muscle mass and strength, which may lead to a geriatric syndrome known as sarcopenia. Sarcopenia was originally defined as loss of muscle mass, however, recent definitions have incorporated other components such as muscle strength and physical performance...
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Language: | English |
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Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine
2013-11-01
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Series: | Journal of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jpfsm/2/4/2_439/_pdf/-char/en |