1st Edition

Exercise Medicine for the Frailty Syndrome

156 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations

by Routledge

156 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations

by Routledge

156 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations

by Routledge

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Description

Frailty is a clinical syndrome caused by multiple chronic conditions that makes it difficult to maintain homeostasis. In part, it is the result of the body’s inability to regulate normal inflammatory responses that lead to muscle loss, decrease in strength, and independence. Regular exercise helps to optimize physiological performance. It is a profound influence, especially in the presence of... Read more

Part 1: The Frailty Syndrome: An Overview

1. Aging and the Frailty Syndrome

2. Frailty, Obesity, Nutrition, and Cognitive Status

3. Perspectives for Healthy Aging and Frailty

Part 2: Challenges of Caring for the Frail Elderly

4. The Aging of the Baby Boomers

5. The Prescription for Aging

6. The Older Population: What is the Answer?

Part 3: Exercise Comes of Age

7. The Rationale for Geriatric Exercise

8. The Challenge of Implementing Exercise Medicine

9. Resistance Training and Frail Adults