Physicians said that the loss of muscle mass has a great impact on health, not only prone to falls and fractures, but also prone to cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and increased risk of disability; the picture shows the situation. (picture taken from shutterstock)
[Health Channel/Comprehensive Report]As we grow older, sarcopenia is getting more and more attention, but how do we know if we have sarcopenia?In this regard, Linkou Chang Gung Rheumatology Allergy and Immunology DepartmentFacebook fansPublished a post to share the 3 steps of quick self-detection of sarcopenia, including calf circumference measurement, grip strength test, standing and sitting test, and reminded the public that more than 85% of sarcopenia patients also suffer from osteoporosis, regardless of middle-aged and elderly people or young people Neither should be ignored.
The doctor said that the loss of muscle mass has a great impact on health, including strength, gait, balance, physical performance, etc. All body functions are prone to decline, and lower limb function is prone to falls, fractures, and cardiovascular diseases and metabolic syndrome. , osteoporosis, etc., but also increase the risk of disability. Therefore, 3 quick self-detection methods for sarcopenia are listed for public reference:
1. Measure calf circumference:Measure the circumference of the calf at the thickest part of the calf. It is less than 34 cm for men and less than 33 cm for women; or use your fingers to surround the calf. If there is still a gap around the calf, you may have sarcopenia.
2. Grip strength test:The gripper can be used to understand the strength of the strength. Men who are less than 28 kg and women who are less than 18 kg need to pay attention.
3. Standing and sitting test:The time it takes to stand up and sit down 5 times in a row is used to test the endurance of the muscles. If it exceeds 12 seconds, sarcopenia is suspected.
Doctors remind that sarcopenia is a risk factor for frailty in middle-aged and elderly people, but young people may also lack muscle due to lack of exercise and unbalanced nutrition, and face the risk of osteoporosis early.
National Health ServiceAppeal, in order to maintain the daily life functions of the elderly, seemingly ordinary housework such as washing dishes, laundry or sweeping the floor is one of the options to increase physical activity. As long as the range, strength and time of movements are moderately increased, it can not only help improve muscle strength, It can also reduce the risk of frailty in the elderly, and with a balanced diet (especially protein supplementation) and adequate sleep, it can reduce the occurrence of sarcopenia.
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2023-05-22 22:23:00
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