Science News: Relative Sit-to-Stand Muscle Power Predicts an Older Adult's Physical Independence at Age of 90 Yrs Beyond That of Relative Handgrip Strength, Physical Activity, and Sedentary Time: A Cross-sectional Analysis
1/6/2023
Functional decline associated with advanced age results in significant morbidity and mortality, in addition to increased demand on healthcare systems. Models and testing to predict functional decline help healthcare systems direct resources to vulnerable individuals that are at risk of future loss of independence.