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Is this normal for people my age to have to sit on a cushion because their gluts are going? 60

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Dr. Seth Zeidman answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Yes: Many people have pain when they sit once they lose some of the gluteal muscles. A program of exercise can prevent this sort of muscle loss.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

Is this normal for people my age to have to sit on a cushion because their gluts are going? 60

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Seth Zeidman answered

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