Mobility difficulties and physical activity as predictors of mortality and loss of independence in the community-living older population

Article Abstract:

A population-based, prospective study has been carried out in Finland to find out about the interaction of physical activity and mobility impairment as a predictor of dependence and mortality. Mobility difficulties were found to predict mortality and dependence. Among those with impaired mobility, physical activity was associated with lower risks, but the risk did not differ based on activity level in those with no mobility problems.

Finland, Aging, Aged, Elderly, Demographic aspects, Physical fitness, Nursing home patients, Disability, Disabilities

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Handgrip strength and cause-specific and total mortality in older disabled women: exploring the mechanism

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A study that examines the connection between poor grip strength in elderly women and various causes of mortality is presented.

Product information, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Maryland, Forecasts and trends, Testing, Causes of, Market trend/market analysis, Grip strength, Physically disabled aged, Physically disabled elderly

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Genetic influences underlying self-rated health in older female twins

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A study determining the genetic and environmental sources of variation in self-rated health (SRH) in older female twins, aged between 63 and 76 years, as well as the roles of morbidity, functional limitation, and psychological well being as the mediators of genetic and environmental effects of SRH, is presented.

United States, Analysis, Women, Environmental aspects, Genetic aspects, Women's health, Twins, Self-examination, Medical, Self examination (Medical)

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