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Why do I drop things more as I age? Understanding age-related clumsiness

According to Harvard Health, age-related changes can make all of us clumsier, with declining vision, muscle strength, and touch sensitivity being common factors. While occasional clumsiness is normal at any age, a noticeable increase can lead many people to ask, "Why do I drop things more as I age?" The answer involves a complex interplay of natural physiological shifts, from the nervous system to the musculoskeletal system, which can affect motor control and coordination over time.