Diamond Strength Club.

Population aging in combination with sedentary behaviour results in decreased muscle mass, increased tendencyto fall and decreased bone mineral density. This presents a major challenge for health care providers and the health system.

Osteoporosis / Osteopenia

• Females at menopause age (52-year average in AUS) lose an average of 2% BMD per year. - 10% loss of bone mass in vertebrae doubles risk of fracture
• 10% loss of bone mass in hip results in 2.5 times greater risk of fracture.
• Osteoporotic fractures are associated with substantial morbidity and mortality.

Falls Risk

• Falls in the older population are not random but can be predicated by assessing risk factors such as:Lower limb strength , Gait & Balance (All of which can be improved though appropriate exerciseprescription.)
• Falls affect a significant number of older Australians, with over one-third of community dwelling people aged 65 years and older falling one or more times every year.
• Falls account for 14% of emergency admissions and are the leading cause of the injury-related deaths in the over 60 age bracket.

Age Related Sarcopenia

• Sarcopenia is one of the most important causes of functional decline and loss of independence in olderadults.
• Sarcopenia leads to a loss of strength, decreases in functional capacity, impaired mobility, higher risk offalls, and eventually an increased risk of mortality.
• Sarcopenia in conjunction with osteoporosis / osteopenia has been shown to greatly increase falls risk. Identifying a frailer, higher fracture risk population with low physical function.