sarcopenia Archives - Mishock Physical Therapy & Associates

Sarcopenia: Rethinking Normal Aging! Why “Getting Older” Isn’t the Real Problem

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | January 2, 2026

Sarcopenia: Rethinking Normal Aging! Why “Getting Older” Isn’t the Real Problem By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC As we age, many people accept a gradual decline in strength, balance, and mobility as inevitable. Slower walking, difficulty rising from a chair, joint pain, and fear of falling are often chalked up to “just [...]

Chronic Disease Prevention: Muscle vs. Fat, why is it critical?

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | May 8, 2023

Chronic Disease Prevention: Muscle vs. Fat, why is it critical? By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC The world health organization reported that the population older than 60 years surpassed that of younger adolescents in 2020 and estimated that people aged > 60 years will be 20% by 2030. (WHO, 2022) The older population increases [...]