BACKGROUND:Aging is a process that includes progressive physiological changes. Grip strength is an important indicator of current health in the elderly. OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to examine the correlation between dominant-hand grip strength (HGS) and cognitive function, mid-upper arm circumference, muscle-bone mass, balance, mobility, and daily life activities in elderly individuals living in nursing homes and determine the effect rates of these factors on HGS. METHODS:Seventy-two elderly individuals aged over 65 who lived in a nursing home were included in the study. Dominant HGS and mid-upper forearm circumference were measured. Muscle and bone masses were measured with bioelectrical impedance analysis. Mid-upper arm circumference was measured using a non-elastic tape. HGS was measured using a hand dynamometer. Cognitive function was evaluated with the Standardized Mini-Mental Test (SMMT); mobility and balance were evaluated with the Timed Up and Go Test (TUGT) and Berg Balance Scale (BBS); the Katz Activities of Daily Living Scale (KATZ ADL) was used to evaluate daily life activities. RESULTS:There was a significant correlation between HGS and muscle and bone masses (p < 0.001). A significant correlation was found between HGS and TUGT, ADL (p = 0.001, p = 0.016). There was no significant correlation between HGS and BBS (p = 0.2). There was a correlation between HGS and SMMT at the statistical significance limit (p = 0.055). On HGS, the Body Mass Index had a 64.9% effect; the muscle mass had a 30.9% effect; the TUGT had a 27.7% effect. These parameters were found to explain 59.9% of the variance. CONCLUSION:As a global indicator of muscle strength, HGS can be used to predict age-related functional changes. Approaches to increase physical activity levels in elderly can be effective in reducing age-related negativities.
Eser Adı (dc.title) | Examination of the correlation between hand grip strength and muscle mass, balance, mobility, and daily life activities in elderly individuals living in nursing homes |
Yazar (dc.contributor.author) | Özlem MENEVŞE |
Yazar (dc.contributor.author) | Feyzan CANKURTARAN |
Tür (dc.type) | Makale/Derleme |
Dizin Platformu (dc.relation.platform) | WOS |
Tarih (dc.date.issued) | 2023 |
WOS Kategorileri (dc.identifier.wos) | SCI SCI Eaxp AHCI Indeksleri |
Makalenin Sayısı (dc.identifier.issue) | 4 |
Cilt Numarası (dc.identifier.volume) | 74 |
Yayıncı (dc.publisher) | IOS Press |
Yayının Son Sayfa Sayısı (dc.identifier.endpage) | 1378 |
Yayının İlk Sayfa Sayısı (dc.identifier.startpage) | 1371 |
DOI Numarası (dc.identifier.doi) | 10.3233/WOR-205075 |
ORCID No (dc.contributor.orcid) | 0000-0002-5602-455X |
Dil (dc.language.iso) | EN |
Tam Metin Yayınlansın Mı? (dc.identifier.tammetin) | Hayır |
Özet (dc.description.abstract) | BACKGROUND:Aging is a process that includes progressive physiological changes. Grip strength is an important indicator of current health in the elderly. OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to examine the correlation between dominant-hand grip strength (HGS) and cognitive function, mid-upper arm circumference, muscle-bone mass, balance, mobility, and daily life activities in elderly individuals living in nursing homes and determine the effect rates of these factors on HGS. METHODS:Seventy-two elderly individuals aged over 65 who lived in a nursing home were included in the study. Dominant HGS and mid-upper forearm circumference were measured. Muscle and bone masses were measured with bioelectrical impedance analysis. Mid-upper arm circumference was measured using a non-elastic tape. HGS was measured using a hand dynamometer. Cognitive function was evaluated with the Standardized Mini-Mental Test (SMMT); mobility and balance were evaluated with the Timed Up and Go Test (TUGT) and Berg Balance Scale (BBS); the Katz Activities of Daily Living Scale (KATZ ADL) was used to evaluate daily life activities. RESULTS:There was a significant correlation between HGS and muscle and bone masses (p < 0.001). A significant correlation was found between HGS and TUGT, ADL (p = 0.001, p = 0.016). There was no significant correlation between HGS and BBS (p = 0.2). There was a correlation between HGS and SMMT at the statistical significance limit (p = 0.055). On HGS, the Body Mass Index had a 64.9% effect; the muscle mass had a 30.9% effect; the TUGT had a 27.7% effect. These parameters were found to explain 59.9% of the variance. CONCLUSION:As a global indicator of muscle strength, HGS can be used to predict age-related functional changes. Approaches to increase physical activity levels in elderly can be effective in reducing age-related negativities. |
İsmi Geçen (dc.identifier.ismigecen) | WOS ismi geçen |
İsmi Geçen (dc.identifier.ismigecen) | Üniversite ismi geçen |
Açık Erişim Tarihi (dc.date.available) | 2024-01-22 |
Konu Başlıkları (dc.subject) | Grip strength |
Konu Başlıkları (dc.subject) | geriatric |
Konu Başlıkları (dc.subject) | anthropometric |
Konu Başlıkları (dc.subject) | function |
Konu Başlıkları (dc.subject) | balance |
Konu Başlıkları (dc.subject) | mobility |
Dergi, konferans, armağan kitap adı (dc.relation.journal) | Work |