World Sarcopenia Day- 4th of July
Sarcopenia is a debilitating disease characterised by loss of muscle mass, strength, and function. It’s estimated to affect around 20 per cent of older adults, but it is even more prevalent in those living in nursing homes or who are hospitalised.
In the below videos, some of ANZSSFR’s experts on sarcopenia give some brief insights on the disease.
2023
A/Prof Solomon Yu provides and introduction and welcome to World Sarcopenia Day for 2023.
Dr Jennifer Jones and Hannah Sharma- brief overview of sarcopenia, signs to look for and how to seek rehabilitation support.
Dr Anthony Villani and the role of dietetics in sarcopenia.
Dr Jackson Fyfe and the role of resistance training for improving physical function and preventing/managing sarcopenia.
2022
Prof. Andrea Maier- Sarcopenia diagnosis and treatment
A/Prof. David Scott- Sarcopenia definition
Dr. Lara Vlietstra- Sarcopenia epidemiology
Dr. Linda Xu- Sarcopenia in clinical practice
Prof. Alan Hayes- Basic sciences viewpoint