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Sarcopenia and pain are interconnected conditions that significantly impact mobility, independence, and quality of life in older adults.
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Chronic pain can lead to reduced physical activity, accelerating muscle wasting and functional decline, while sarcopenia increases susceptibility to pain.
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Current diagnostic frameworks for sarcopenia often overlook pain dimensions, risking misclassification and underestimating the disease burden.
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Epidemiological studies show that older adults with pain have a higher prevalence of sarcopenia, and coexisting conditions further decrease successful aging likelihood.
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Integrated strategies targeting both muscle health and pain management are essential for improving outcomes in older adults with sarcopenia.