Stress is the biggest contributor towards this. An overstressed body can contribute toward health problems that are typically present in an older person... Hypertension, Diabetes...
Regular participation in stretching exercises increases circulation and through that making muscles and joints more flexible.
This is an added benefit of exercising which is often neglected and not considered when people are trying to become fit in their life.
Medication, diet & exercise, maybe blood transfusion or a pacemaker if it’s fatal.