January 2016 PMID 26016893

Prognostic value of handgrip strength in people aged 60 years and older: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Joke M Rijk, Paul Rkm Roos, Laura Deckx, Marjan van den Akker, Frank Buntinx

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What people are saying

In these social discussions, participants frequently mention the importance of handgrip strength as an indicator of mortality and cognitive decline, using words like 'valuable' and 'important' to emphasize the study's clinical relevance. Their tone is generally promoting the idea that this research has meaningful implications for aging health assessments, which correlates with the overall moderate scores assigned.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of handgrip strength as a predictor of health outcomes in older adults, with some expressing strong support.

InterestModerate interest

Participants generally show moderate interest, with some posts highlighting the study's relevance to aging and health management.

EngagementModerate engagement

The posts reflect a balanced engagement, including references to the research methods, potential applications, and personal reflections on the findings.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest a recognition that the research could influence clinical assessments and health strategies for older populations.

Abstract in brief

  • The study reviews the literature on handgrip strength as a predictor of vulnerability and its association with mortality in older adults.
  • The research includes 34 observational studies showing a mostly positive link between higher handgrip strength and better outcomes in cognition, mobility, and functional status.
  • The findings indicate that stronger handgrip strength is associated with a reduced risk of decline and lower mortality rates among people aged 60 and over.

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Prognostic value of handgrip strength in people aged 60 years and older: A systematic review and meta‐analysis - Rijk - 2016 - Geriatrics & Gerontology International - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/zAOYgX1TEU

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Prognostic value of handgrip strength in people aged 60 years and older: A systematic review and meta‐analysis - Rijk - 2016 - Geriatrics & Gerontology International - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/zAOYgX1TEU

Jun 19, 2019 · 8 followers View post →