… In the current investigation it was found that low muscle mass and low muscle function, both
… projected physical independence at older ages (90+ years). Low muscle function seems to …

… functioning associated with successful performance of independence tasks. In summary, …
calf muscles, predicted ability to perform activities needed for functional independence in …

… independence and can be … muscle power estimated using the sit-to-stand test could
identify older adults at risk of losing physical independence beyond handgrip strength, physical …

… predicts the maintenance of physical independence, a cornerstone … that mark declining
mobility and physical function and promising … of physical independence among all older adults. …

… The aim of the present study was to investigate which physical characteristics (muscle
capacity, lung function, lower extremity function and physical activity) are determinants of …

… are often affected by skeletal muscle impairment, leading to reduced muscle strength and
physical function. Insulin resistance, hyperglycemia, muscle fat infiltration, and peripheral …

… more strongly associated with independence than was peak oxygen uptake and muscle
strength, probably because it is a more comprehensive measure of body function, more closely …

… to compare lower-limb muscle strength (LLMS) with functional independence, taking into …
and to ascertain the influence of these variables on the independence of elderly outpatients. …

… An intervention that is known to promote health in aging is physical exercise. Resistance
exercise training is known to improve muscle function and mobility in both healthy and frail …

… be a determinant of physical function performance in older … to maintaining or improving
physical function performance than other … greater benefits on physical function performance than …