ArticleJournal of aging research2021
Reductions in Muscle Strength and Range of Motion Cause Locomotion Disability via Locomotion-Related Functional Limitation in Japanese Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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- Aging with strength: Locomotor capacity and its determinants among the rural elderly community of India.Journal of family medicine and primary care · 2025Article
- Effects of Age and Muscle Activation on Three-Dimensional Spine Kinematics and Asymmetry in Elderly Adults.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Article
- Association between Japanese Diet Adherence and Muscle Weakness in Japanese Adults Aged ≥50 Years: Findings from the JSTAR Cohort Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2023Article
- Perceived unmet needs of an age-friendly environment: A qualitative exploration of older adults' perspectives in a Malaysian city.PloS one · 2023Article
- Association of Japanese and Mediterranean Dietary Patterns with Muscle Weakness in Japanese Community-Dwelling Middle-Aged and Older Adults:International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Article
- Handheld dynamometer reliability to measure knee extension strength in rehabilitation patients-A cross-sectional study.PloS one · 2022Article
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Abstract
backgroundFunctional issues (impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities) gradually occur with age. Nonetheless, maintaining physical capability may help prevent locomotion disabilities at an older age. The present study aimed to determine whether reductions in muscle strength and range of motion (ROM) cause locomotion disability via locomotion-related functional limitations among healthy older adults.
methodsData from a total of 144 participants (61 men, 83 women) were analyzed. To assess locomotion disability, the locomotor domain of the activities of daily living (ADLs) survey from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology of Japan was used. Muscle strength (grip strength) and two ROMs (hip flexion and knee flexion) were measured. To measure locomotion-related functional limitations, participants underwent a 10 m hurdle walking test and side-step test. Thereafter, path analysis was conducted for testing the hypothetical model. The goodness of fit in the model was assessed using statistical parameters, such as the chi-square value, goodness of fit index (GFI), adjusted goodness of fit index (AGFI), comparative fit index (CFI), and root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA).
resultsThe analysis revealed a nonsignificant chi-square value (chi-square = 41.885;
conclusionsThe present study demonstrated that decreased muscle strength and ROM caused locomotion disability via locomotion-related functional limitations. Older adults should participate in physical exercise programs that focus on strengthening muscles and improving ROM to counteract age-related locomotion disability.
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