Muscle loss is a common symptom of hormone deficiency in the aging male, often referred to as andropause. This decrease in strength and muscle mass can begin as early as the mid twenties, but is more common around the age of 40. This loss of muscle mass and strength due to aging is referred to as sarcopenia, where muscle cells decrease in size and body fat increases.
As men age, a chief cause of muscle loss is a decrease in the hormone testosterone. Among many of its important functions, testosterone aids in the production of strong, healthy muscles. Testosterone binds to receptors in the muscle cells, allowing the muscles to contract and grow. When a man is experiencing a decrease in his testosterone production, muscle mass and strength decrease. After the age of 40, the average male loses 1-2% a year!
After a physical examination the appropriate blood work is performed, NRC’s physicians will devise a testosterone treatment plan specific to the needs of the patient. An individualized nutrition protocol as well a dynamic and customized exercise regimen will also be given to maximize the effects of testosterone treatment.
As men age, a chief cause of muscle loss is a decrease in the hormone testosterone. Among many of its important functions, testosterone aids in the production of strong, healthy muscles. Testosterone binds to receptors in the muscle cells, allowing the muscles to contract and grow. When a man is experiencing a decrease in his testosterone production, muscle mass and strength decrease. After the age of 40, the average male loses 1-2% a year!
After a physical examination the appropriate blood work is performed, NRC’s physicians will devise a testosterone treatment plan specific to the needs of the patient. An individualized nutrition protocol as well a dynamic and customized exercise regimen will also be given to maximize the effects of testosterone treatment.