Impairments of muscles and nerves associated with peripheral arterial disease and their relationship with lower extremity functioning: The InCHIANTI study

Article Abstract:

The relationship between the lower extremity peripheral arterial disease (PAD), pathophysiological findings in the lower extremity muscles, and nerves and lower extremity performance is examined in a cross-sectional study. The findings suggest that muscle power may mediate the association between lower ankle-brachial index (AB1) levels and poorer functional performance.

Peripheral vascular diseases

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Physical performance measures in the clinical setting

Article Abstract:

The ability of gait speed and a three-item lower extremity performance battery to predict12-month rates of hospitalization are assessed. The details concerning the physical performance measures are discussed, which serve as easily accessible 'vital signs' to screen older adults in clinical settings.

Care and treatment, Aged patients, Elderly patients

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Environmental components of mobility disability in community-living older persons

Article Abstract:

The relationship between characteristics of the physical environment and mobility disability in community-living older persons is examined. Results support the hypothesis that mobility results from an interaction of individual and environmental factors.

Analysis, Physical fitness, Physical fitness for the aged

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