Karmabhumi Caretaker Services

  We've worked with many elderly patients who experience muscle loss, and we can tell you it's more common than most people think. This condition is called sarcopenia. It starts after age 33 when people lose about 3 to 8% of their muscle mass. The loss speeds up significantly after 60 years. We've noticed one clear pattern in our home healthcare work. Most seniors with muscle loss lack vitamin D and calcium. These two nutrients help build muscles and keep bones strong. We always recommend getting blood tests done to check these vitamin levels first. Early detection helps us create better recovery plans for each patient. Impact of Muscle Loss on Daily Life Muscle loss affects seniors in many ways. They feel weak during simple tasks like getting up from a chair or carrying groceries. Balance becomes a big problem. We've seen patients stumble while walking, which raises the risk of falls and fractures. Another issue we deal with is orthostatic hypotension. Evidence-B...