[Impact of osteoporosis on physical performance parameters of middle-aged and elderly individuals-a cross-sectional study].

ABSTRACT:

Background

Osteoporosis (OP) in the elderly is accompanied by reduced muscle mass and reduced muscle strength, also known as sarcopenia. This results in functional limitations and a high risk of falls and injuries. The determination of physical performance parameters such as grip strength and trunk strength on the one hand, and balance abilities on the other, provide information about the individual's general neuromuscular condition and serve as an indicator of physical performance in the elderly. The extent to which previous osteoporotic vertebral fractures (VFs) restrict an individual's physical performance has not been adequately investigated yet.

Material and methods

In total, 118 persons, with a mean age of 71.5 ± 9 years, participated in the clinical trial (ethics comm

SUBMITTER: Schroder G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9842570 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature