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Why do old people get rhabdo?: Unpacking the Causes and Risks

Studies show that prolonged immobilization after a fall is the single most common cause of rhabdomyolysis in adults over 70, accounting for up to 90% of cases in this age group. This statistic highlights why old people get rhabdo so frequently and points to a cluster of related risk factors, including falls, immobility, chronic health conditions, and polypharmacy, that contribute to this serious muscle-damaging condition.