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Edoardo Mocini¹, Ludovica Cardinali^2,3, Olivia Di Vincenzo³

¹Department of Theoretical and Applied Sciences, eCampus University, 22060 Novedrate, Italy.

|September 13, 2025

Summary

Osteoporosis and sarcopenia are linked, forming osteosarcopenia. This review highlights a systemic approach combining nutrition and physical activity for managing this condition, especially in aging populations.

Keywords:

bone–muscle axis chronic inflammation multidisciplinary approach nutritional intervention osteosarcopenia osteosarcopenic obesity physical function

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Metabolic Disorders
Musculoskeletal Health

Background:

Osteoporosis involves decreased bone strength, increasing fracture risk.
Sarcopenia is characterized by reduced muscle mass, strength, and function.
Osteosarcopenia (OS) links osteoporosis and sarcopenia, often exacerbated by aging.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the connection between osteoporosis, sarcopenia, and obesity.
To explore the role of aging in developing osteosarcopenia and osteosarcopenic obesity.
To emphasize a systemic management approach for OS.

Main Methods:

Literature review on aging, bone health, muscle mass, and obesity.
Analysis of the interplay between genetic, mechanical, endocrine, and nutritional factors.
Examination of the vicious cycle created by decreased physical activity.

Main Results:

Aging contributes to muscle and bone loss via multiple factors.
Osteosarcopenic obesity involves concurrent osteoporosis, sarcopenia, and obesity, worsening each condition.
Sarcopenia-induced inactivity exacerbates skeletal issues, increasing fall and fracture risks.

Conclusions:

A systemic approach is crucial for managing OS.
Nutritional therapy integrated with physical activity is key.
Pharmacological interventions may be considered for effective OS management.