Will I Lose Strength and Muscle Mass as I Get Older?

As you age, loss of strength and muscle mass are inevitable. These changes affect your functional abilities and overall quality of life. Maintaining muscle strength and mass is crucial for living independently and reducing your risk of falls. Physical therapy plays a crucial role in managing age-related strength and muscle mass loss by creating individualized treatment plans based on your needs and goals.

LIVE WELL

Preventing Running Injuries

Running demands endurance, lung capacity, and leg strength. Running injuries typically happen in the hips, knees, ankles, and feet. Physical therapists can help you keep your muscles and joints healthy. They can also help you select appropriate footwear to help minimize your risk of injury.

Your physical therapist will help you embrace each step of your healing journey with a positive attitude.

MOVE WELL

Spondyloarthropathies

Spondyloarthropathies are rheumatological diseases that affect the spine, including ankylosing spondylitis and rheumatoid arthritis. These chronic conditions lead to symptoms such as pain and stiffness. Currently, there is no cure for spondyloarthropathies, but physical therapy can help manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.

EAT WELL

Here are two simple recipes to enjoy for lunch or dinner.

Best Turkey Burgers

From: allrecipes.com

This recipe combines ground turkey with breadcrumbs, egg whites, white onion, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a flavorful burger that’s packed with protein. Add toppings of your choice, such as lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, or jalapenos, to create a delicious burger that’s just the way you like it.

Tomato Basil Salmon

From: allrecipes.com

This quick and easy recipe combines boneless salmon fillets with tomato, dried basil, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese to create a nutritious meal that’s packed with flavor as well as protein, vitamin C, calcium, and iron.