Articles Related to Sarcopenia
The Effect of 8 Weeks of Strength Training and Creatine Intake on Sarcopenia
Sarcopenia is a syndrome which is characterized by the gradual loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength. The progression of sarcopenia
can result in adverse outcomes such as physical disability, poor life quality and severe injuries that lead to death.
Prone Airway Management in Patients with Pressure Ulcers
Pressure ulcers are a critical but manageable complication commonly seen in bed-bound patients. Utilizing the Wound Bed Preparation (WBP) model, it is often necessary to perform surgical debridement in prone position for patients with stage III or IV sacral pressure ulcers to avoid infection and further complications.
Creatine Supplementation in the Elderly: is Resistance Training Really Needed?
Decreases in muscle mass, strength and power are associated with ageing, all of which increase the risk of falls, and cause a loss of independence. Creatine supplementation is often used in younger athletes to improve anaerobic performance, power and strength, however the potential benefits of creatine supplementation in older individuals are less clear.
Editorial Board Members Related to Sarcopenia
Lan-Juan (Jean) Zhao
Assistant Professor
Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
Tulane University
United States
Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
Tulane University
United States