Slower maximal walking speed is associated with poorer global cognitive function among older adults residing in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Maintaining both walking speed and cognitive function is essential for active, healthy aging. This study investigated age-related differences in walking speed and global cognitive function with aging and the association between them among older adults residing in the developing country of China.

Methods

This cross-sectional study measured usual (UWS) and maximal walking speed (MWS) of participants for six meters. The Chinese version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment was used to evaluate global cognition through in-person interviews. Analyses of variance were used to compare the differences in UWS, MWS, and global cognition between genders and age groups. Multiple linear regression models were used to determine the association between walking speed and global co

SUBMITTER: Jiang G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9336608 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature