The assessment and intervention strategies of respiratory sarcopenia and sarcopenic respiratory disability in the elderly / 中华老年医学杂志

ABSTRACT

Respiratory sarcopenia is a syndrome characterized by decreased respiratory muscle strength and/or respiratory function on the basis of systemic sarcopenia accompanied by decreased respiratory muscle mass.As aging progresses, respiratory sarcopenia exacerbates respiratory disability in the elderly, affecting daily activities of the elderly which result in the decline of the quality of life.Exploring the screening and evaluation methods of respiratory sarcopenia and sarcopenic disability is helpful to optimize individualized treatment and management.For patients with various stages of respiratory sarcopenia and sarcopenic respiratory disability, the comprehensive intervention strategy based on nutrition and rehabilitation can delay the disease process and improve the quality of life.