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Aging
Report summarizes aging study findings from M. Puigdomingo and co-researchers
January 27th, 2009
According to a study from Barcelona, Spain, "Successful aging is a worldwide aim, but its related factors and instruments of measurement are currently hotly debated. To investigate the relationship between muscle strength and functional capacity, and its association with successful aging." "A population-based cross-sectional study was performed in Mataro (Spain). Included in the study were 313 subjects (153 men, 160 women) aged 70 years and over. Physical and cognitive functions were assessed, as well as muscle strength, nutritional status, lifestyle factors, and associated morbidities. A state of successful aging (SA), defined as optimal functional and cognitive...
Source: Cancer Weekly (2009-01-27)
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