New Clinic for Diagnosis and Treatment of Sarcopenia
The Meuhedet health fund has opened a specialized clinic in Hod HaSharon that focuses on muscle health and the treatment of sarcopenia. Here, muscle problems will be identified at early stages, and patients will receive…
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Israel's largest HMO is treating muscle health as a distinct medical specialty rather than an inevitable part of aging. The new clinic in Hod HaSharon targets early detection of sarcopenia, a condition that strips older adults of independence and can also strike younger people after hospitalization or illness. This signals a shift toward preventive geriatric care that keeps people functional longer. Watch whether other health funds follow with similar dedicated clinics.