Domains of the Kihon Checklist Associated with Prefrailty among Community-Dwelling Older Adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Various functions are involved in prefrailty. However, no studies have examined more relevant functions. Therefore, this study examined the domains of the Kihon Checklist (KCL) associated with prefrailty by comparing them to robustness measures, using the KCL to comprehensively assess life-related functions in community-dwelling older adults.

Methods

The 194 (mean age, 75±6 years) participants were community-dwelling older adults. Their robustness and preferences were assessed using the Japanese Cardiovascular Health Study criteria. Comprehensive life-related functions were assessed using the KCL, and each physical function was measured.

Results

The main KCL characteristics associated with robustness and prefrailty were physical function (odds ratio [OR]=1.

SUBMITTER: Kamasaki T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10326401 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature