Telerehabilitation and Muscle Mass: How to Prevent Sarcopenia with Technology

Sarcopenia, characterized by the progressive loss of muscle mass and strength due to aging, has become a major public health challenge. It directly affects mobility, functional independence, and quality of life in older adults—raising the risk of falls, fractures, and hospitalizations. But how can it be effectively prevented in a world where in-person care is not always feasible? This is where telerehabilitation and technology make a real difference.

Sarcopenia is defined as the loss of skeletal muscle mass accompanied by reduced strength or physical performance. It can begin as early as age 40 and accelerate over time if preventive strategies are not in place.

Beyond the physical impact, sarcopenia has emotional and social consequences: it limits autonomy, reduces participation in daily activities, and increases dependency. That’s why early diagnosis and exercise-based interventions are essential.

Telerehabilitation has proven to be an effective and accessible tool for treating and preventing various musculoskeletal conditions. In the case of sarcopenia, it enables physiotherapists to prescribe, monitor, and adjust exercise programs remotely—keeping patients active at home without the need for travel.

With platforms like TrakPhysio, patients can follow tailored routines, receive real-time feedback through artificial intelligence, and track their progress objectively. This tech-enabled supervision boosts adherence and allows for real-time protocol adjustments, ensuring both safety and effectiveness.

Strength training is the cornerstone of sarcopenia prevention. With home-based therapeutic exercises, patients can build muscle mass and improve functionality without requiring complex equipment.

• Progressive resistance exercises: assisted squats, heel raises, arm curls, and elastic band workouts.
• Functional training: activities like standing up from a chair, climbing stairs, or lifting small weights.
• Balance and coordination exercises: essential for fall prevention and core muscle activation.

These exercises can be prescribed via TrakPhysio with demonstrative videos and AI-powered posture correction using its integrated computer vision system.

Not all patients respond the same way to exercise—especially in older populations. That’s why personalization and continuous monitoring are crucial. With TrakPhysio, you can:

• Conduct remote functional assessments (such as the 30-second chair stand test or standing balance test).
• Track adherence with objective metrics.
• Adjust exercise volume and intensity based on patient progress.

From a clinical perspective, proactive digital physiotherapy helps:

• Reduce the incidence of falls and fractures.
• Prevent hospitalizations and readmissions.
• Improve overall quality of life and psychological well-being.

Economically, remote treatment solutions like TrakPhysio lower healthcare costs, reduce sick leaves, and improve clinical productivity by automating tasks such as monitoring and feedback.

TrakPhysio offers targeted protocols focused on muscle strengthening, balance, and functional improvement. Its intuitive system is accessible for both physiotherapists and patients—including older adults with limited tech experience.

From the platform, you can access hundreds of therapeutic exercises, design personalized routines, and generate clinical progress reports with a single click. It’s the simplest and most effective way to bring your clinical expertise into the digital space—without compromising on quality.

Telerehabilitation not only brings physiotherapy to those who need it most—it also plays a critical role in preventing sarcopenia. With platforms like TrakPhysio, professionals can deliver safe, personalized, and evidence-based care, improving adherence and long-term functional outcomes.

Ready to take the leap into digital physiotherapy? Discover how TrakPhysio can help you and your patients. Request your free demo today.