Exploring Health and Human Movement with Brian Dalton

With natural adult aging, muscles and nerves of the human body undergo degenerative changes that are characterized by reductions in strength due to the loss of muscle mass. The results of this ongoing process lead to muscle weakness and an overall decline in function, which is highly linked to physical disabilities, risk of falls, quality of life, and ultimately, mortality. However, to date, much focus has been placed on age-related diseases (e.g. cancer, heart disease) and little is known about the biological mechanisms of natural aging.

Inspired by his own experience with his aging grandmother, Dr. Brian Dalton studies balance and aging from a neuromuscular perspective. His research was recently featured on UBC Okanagan’s YouTube channel.