Date: Sports, Tuesday 4 Nov. 2025

Id 39
Topic Musculoskeletal
Speakers Giovanni Iolascon Italy, Francesca Gimigliano Italy, Antimo Moretti Italy, Jorge Lains Portugal

This workshop aims to address the growing challenge of sarcopenia, a condition that significantly impacts physical function, quality of life, and independence, particularly in older adults. The session will provide a patient-centred perspective, integrating conventional therapeutic strategies with cutting-edge digital health technologies. The workshop aligns with the congress’s focus on global solutions in rehabilitation by exploring multimodal interventions—such as exercise, nutrition, and digital tools—to optimize sarcopenia management. It highlights how combining traditional and innovative therapies can improve patient outcomes, supporting the broader goal of advancing rehabilitation science.

Chairs Giovanni Iolascon, Jorge Lains

11H Introduction. Giovanni Iolascon, Jorge Lains

11H05 The Overlooked Epidemic: Understanding the Global Burden of Sarcopenia. Francesca Gimigliano

11H15 Muscle in Motion: The Power of Exercise and Nutri on in Sarcopenia Care. Giovanni Iolascon

11H30 Digital Innovations for Personalized Sarcopenia Treatment. Antimo Moretti

11H45 FREE OC ID 906 Effects of high-intensity eccentric cycling on aerobic and functional capacities and health in sedentary people. Benoît Vandenbroeck

11H50 Open discussion and summary.