Aging-related changes in motor organs and energy metabolism

Yakabe, M.; Akishita, M.

Clinical Calcium 28(1): 17-22

2018


ISSN/ISBN: 0917-5857
PMID: 29279422
Document Number: 696211
Aging causes loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength, which is termed as sarcopenia. Aging of the neurological system may affect motor organs. Reduced muscle mass and increased fat mass induce insulin resistance, which is one of the causes for impaired glucose tolerance in the elderly.

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