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What causes an older person to feel weak? A comprehensive guide

According to the National Institute on Aging, fatigue can signal a more serious medical or mental health condition in older adults. This guide answers the important question, **what causes an older person to feel weak?**, and explores the wide range of potential factors, from underlying medical issues to nutritional deficiencies and lifestyle choices, that can impact a senior’s energy levels.

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Why do older people get so weak? Unpacking the causes of age-related frailty

According to the Cleveland Clinic, sarcopenia—the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength—is estimated to affect between 5% and 13% of people aged 60 and older. This muscle atrophy is a key factor in understanding why older people get so weak, but it is just one piece of a complex puzzle involving multiple biological and environmental factors.

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What characteristic might better describe a frail older adult?

According to research published by the National Institutes of Health, frailty is a clinically recognizable state of increased vulnerability to stressors due to a decline in physiological systems. This means that one key characteristic that might better describe a frail older adult is a reduced ability to cope with everyday or acute physical and mental stress.

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What does a frail elderly person usually have? A Guide to Identifying Frailty

According to the National Institutes of Health, frailty affects between 7% and 12% of community-dwelling adults aged 65 and older. A frail elderly person typically has a cumulative decline in physiological functions, leading to increased vulnerability to stress, illness, and adverse health outcomes.

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