Age-Related Dysfunction in Balance: A Comprehensive Review of . . . Balance control involves integrating sensory input from the visual, vestibular, and somatosensory systems Age-related changes in these sensory systems could affect sensorimotor integration, leading to difficulties in processing and interpreting sensory information to maintain balance
Why its harder to stand up as you age: The science behind . . . There are lots of reasons why standing up gets harder as we age It’s thought that our tendons get tighter around joints and the cartilage between our joints deteriorates There is also a general deterioration in ligaments and a reduction in fluid within the joint (synovial fluid) along with tightening of muscles surrounding the joint
Avoiding Age-Related Changes to Posture - Bethesda Health Group Keeping your back, chest, and core muscles strong can help prevent changes to posture Be mindful of your body positions as you go about your day Sit up straight in chairs, get up and move about frequently Also, a physical therapist can give you advice and exercises to help
Aging: What to expect - Mayo Clinic With age, bones tend to shrink in size and density This weakens them Age-related bone changes also might cause you to become a bit shorter Muscles tend to lose strength, endurance and flexibility That in turn can affect coordination, stability and balance These changes raise the risk of falls