Muscle loss, known as sarcopenia or muscle atrophy, occurs when muscle fibers shrink and strength declines. This leads to reduced mobility, increased risk of injury, and lost independence. As we age, adults can lose up to 8% of muscle mass per decade after age 50. However, muscle loss can happen at any age due to inactivity, poor nutrition, or health conditions.
Some common causes of muscle loss include:
Muscle loss can seriously impact quality of life. But there are solutions available today at clinics like Renewal Hormone Center that can help.
How do you know if muscle loss is happening? Be on the lookout for:
If you notice one or more of these symptoms, it may be time to talk to your healthcare provider or visit Renewal Hormone Center for customized treatment plans.
While some muscle loss is inevitable with aging, the good news is that much can be prevented through lifestyle measures:
At Renewal Hormone Center, our highly qualified staff can evaluate your health, diet and lifestyle to create tailored plans to maintain and build critical muscle mass.
If lifestyle measures aren't enough, various medical treatments are available:
Renewal Hormone Center specializes in hormone optimization protocols personalized for your unique needs. Contact us today for a consultation to discuss diet, exercise, hormone testing, and treatment options to support healthy muscle mass and function.
The loss of muscle mass severely impacts health and quality of life. Understanding what causes muscle loss and knowing when to seek treatment can help us maintain our strength, mobility and independence as we age. At Renewal Hormone Center we offer individualized care to detect sarcopenia early and intervene with lifestyle, nutrition and hormone therapies to preserve muscle health.