Determination of Body Composition in Community-Dwelling Older Adults With and Without Sarcopenia Using Data From Practical Measures

This study explored the ability of three practical measures-handgrip strength, five times sit-to-stand test, and upper limb loading during seated push-up test (ULL-SPUT)-to determine body composition in 109 older adults with and without sarcopenia. Participants (average age 76 years) were cross-sectionally measured for outcomes of the study. The ULL-SPUT and handgrip strength, but not the five times sit-to-stand test, significantly correlated with body composition (rs, r = .297-.827, p < .01). The ULL-SPUT, in combination with demographic data, could determine body composition up to 82%. Therefore, the ULL-SPUT may be a practical preliminary measure to identify older adults for whom standard body composition assessments and follow-up would prove timely and beneficial.PMID:37770065 | DOI:10.1123/japa.2022-0446

Source: Journal of Aging and Physical Activity - September 28, 2023 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Sugalya Amatachaya Pakwipa Chokphukiao Puttipong Poncumhak Roongnapa Intaruk Thiwabhorn Thaweewannakij Pipatana Amatachaya Source Type: research