1 The rate at which the unstable radioactive C-14 isotope decays into the stable non-radioactive N-14 isotope, 2  The ratio of C-12 to C-14 found in a given specimen,  And the ratio C-12 to C-14 found in the atmosphere at the time of the specimen's death.
Regaining muscle after atrophy should be done under the guidance of a physician and physical therapist to prevent any further injury, which may result in even greater atrophy. It is important that you consult with a physician to determine the exact reason for your muscle atrophy.ractice patience and start slowly. One of the biggest challenges that you may face while attempting to rebuild muscle is overcoming the realization that your body is not physically capable of the feats it used to be prior to atrophy. You will have to gradually work up to your fitness goals again.
So, what is muscle atrophy and what can be done to reverse it? Muscle atrophy is the loss or decrease of muscle mass. The synonyms for it are muscle wasting, muscle loss, muscle catabolism, muscle withering. The cause of muscle atrophy are a lack of use of the muscle or a disruption of the nerve signals to the muscle. It is seen in many conditions, especially with cachexia in cancer and HIV/AIDS. The cure for muscle atrophy is using the muscle, most easily through exercise and being active in normal daily activities.