Senile Muscle Wasting (Sarcopenia)
Endocrine Health Varghese•Gender: Male•Age: 78 years (Elderly)• Chronicity: 2 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- Progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and arm strength
- Unsteadiness during walking and difficulty rising from chairs
- Low appetite, slow digestion, and chronic constipation
- Fear of falling and low physical stamina
Clinical Assessment
Elderly gentleman presenting with age-related muscle wasting. Desired natural support to improve muscle tone, digestion, and daily stability.
Diagnostic Investigations: Clinical check confirming sarcopenia signs; normal blood biochemistry.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Constitutional therapy to support bone-muscle calcium assimilation, improve digestion, and regulate bowel motility.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Alumina and Calcarea Phosphorica
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Soft protein-rich diet, gentle assisted exercises, walking, and fall prevention safety.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 6 months- Appetite and digestion improved with resolved constipation
- Significant increase in muscle strength and daily mobility
- Resolved unsteadiness when rising from chairs
- Sustained mobility and reduced fall risk on follow-up
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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