Several studies point out that the muscle electrostimulation technology, present in the Dr. It moves, improves cardiorespiratory conditioning and makes not only the elderly, but anyone, have more strength. health and muscle mass gain.
Staying active is not just a question for the elderly, but for all age groups. This exercise routine practice is very good for health and undoubtedly brings a better quality of life.
Physical inactivity, loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) and weakening of bones (osteoporosis) can be precursors to reduced mobility and the onset of degenerative diseases and conditions. Therefore, maintaining the habit of physical activity is essential in the lives of people of all ages. However, some age limitations or aversion to physical exercise prevent regular exercise.
Most seniors do not reach the recommended dose of physical activity to impact strength or muscle mass, and this has led the medical community to conduct research with electrostimulation in patients with this biotype.
Electrostimulation (EMS), which is part of the Dr. Move, help prevent muscle atrophy, strengthen muscles, increase strength for joint stability, as well as help treat contractures and much more. The benefit of EMS comes from the fact that it allows the muscles to be trained more deeply without causing fatigue to the muscular system.
The elderly may experience loss of muscle and bone mass, resulting in reduced mobility. The best age obtain great benefits when performing physical exercises, as it allows to avoid degenerative diseases. Therefore, adding electrostimulation to your sports routine will improve performance and motor skills.
Most studies carried out in the elderly revealed an excellent impact on muscle mass and functional capacity in the elderly.
Wolfgang Kemmler, professor and director of research at the Institute of Medical Physics, Friedrich-Alexander-University, Erlangen-Nürnberg. Considered one of the leading experts on the effects of exercise on osteoporosis and sarcopenia, conducting extensive research in these areas, he carried out a study on the impact of full body electrical stimulation on the body composition of elderly women at risk of sarcopenia.
76 lean, unathletic women were randomized into an EMS group that performed 18 minutes of WB-EMS for 3 sessions over 14 days and a semi-active control group. After 54 weeks of intervention, significant differences were obtained between the two groups for appendicular skeletal muscle mass, lean body mass and maximal isometric strength.
Electrostimulation for the elderly is beneficial as it improves the patient’s muscle mass and allows him to develop mobility. The elderly may experience loss of functionality in routine activities if they maintain a sedentary lifestyle.
At Dr. Move, electrostimulation is used as one of the steps in the protocols developed for specific treatments and has been identified as an effective solution to take care of health and improve the quality of life of the elderly. Here, the focus is definitely not only on improving the patient’s aesthetics, but on bringing quality of life.
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