muskelnedgång
Muskelnedgång, also known as muscle atrophy, refers to a decrease in the size of muscle tissue. This loss of muscle mass can be due to a variety of factors, including disuse, aging, malnutrition, and certain medical conditions. When muscles are not used regularly, the body begins to break them down as they are not essential for immediate survival. Aging naturally leads to sarcopenia, a progressive loss of muscle mass and strength. Insufficient protein intake or overall calorie deficiency can also prevent the body from maintaining muscle tissue.
Several diseases can cause muscle atrophy, such as muscular dystrophy, neurological disorders like ALS, and chronic
Treatment for muscle atrophy depends on the underlying cause. If it's due to disuse, physical therapy and