New Publication Argues Sarcopenia is More Than a Muscle Problem, Calls for Broader Understanding

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Published: 2026-10-25
Category: health
Source: MJA InSight (citing The Lancet Healthy Longevity)

A new publication in The Lancet Healthy Longevity challenges the traditional view of sarcopenia as solely a muscle disease, arguing that the nervous system's role has been overlooked. The authors suggest that this incomplete understanding may explain the limited success of many sarcopenia treatments, advocating for a broader perspective beyond just muscle mass.

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