Factors associated with handgrip strength across the life course: A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Muscle strength is essential for healthy ageing. Handgrip strength (HGS) has been recommended by expert bodies as the preferred measure of muscle strength, in addition to being considered a strong predictor of overall health. Cross-sectional studies have shown several potential factors associated with HGS, but a systematic review of factors predicting HGS over time has not previously been conducted. The aim of this study is to systematically review the literature on the factors associated with adult HGS [at follow-up(s) or its rate of change] across the life course.

Methods

Searches were performed in MEDLINE via Ebsco, Embase and SPORTDiscus databases. Longitudinal studies assessing potential factors impacting adult HGS over time were included in the analyses. Bas

SUBMITTER: Ribeiro LW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11634504 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature