5 Surprising Causes of Weak Legs in Seniors—and How to Address Them
Leg weakness in older adults is sometimes dismissed as “just part of aging.” While some muscle loss (sarcopenia) is common with age, new, worsening, or unexplained leg weakness is not something to simply accept as normal. It can have many causes, some of which are treatable.
Here are 5 surprising—but potentially treatable—causes of leg weakness in older adults, along with practical steps to discuss with a healthcare professional.
🚩 1. Vitamin D Deficiency
Why it surprises people: You may
