Muscular Atrophy

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Living with Muscular Atrophy?

+THE BASICS
Muscular atrophy is the loss or wasting of muscles of the body. It can be due to disuse of muscle, damage to the nerve stimulating the muscle, malnutrition, etc. The elderly adults are more commonly affected due to muscle wasting with aging. Muscular atrophy symptoms include the inability to walk or perform certain daily tasks. It increases the risks of accidental falls.
+MANAGING YOUR DAY
Muscular atrophy treatment involve medication, regular resistance exercise, consumption of a high-protein diet, orthotic intervention and ultrasound therapy. Supportive products can help increase the individual's function and accessibility. Wraps, supports, braces, and splints reduce stiffness and pain, helping in daily activities. Walking sticks or walkers help in walking, preventing falls and ensuring safety. Also view anti-slip products that enhance the safety of elders with muscular atrophy in wet or highly polished zones of the house.

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