Factors associated with loss of handgrip strength in long-lived elderly

Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da USP

Maria Helena Lenardt¹  Clóris Regina Blanski Grden¹  Jacy Aurélia Vieira De Sousa¹  Péricles Martim Reche¹  Susanne Elero Betiolli¹  Dâmarys Kohlbeck De Melo Neu Ribeiro¹ 

关键词: Frail elderly;    Hand strength;    Geriatric nursing;    Health of the elderly;    Anciano frágil;    Fuerza de la mano;    Enfermería geriátrica;    Salud del anciano;    Idoso fragilizado;    Força da mão;    Enfermagem geriátrica;    Saúde do idoso;   

DOI  :  10.1590/S0080-623420140000700007

来源: SciELO

【 摘 要 】

Objective To investigate the prevalence of reduced grip strength and associated factors in long-lived elderly, who are users of primary health care. Method Cross-sectional quantitative study, data were collected during the period of January to December of 2013, by applying tests and questionnaires. The convenience sampling was comprised of 157 seniors. Results The findings indicate that the reduction in grip strength presents a moderate prevalence (25.5%), predominantly among females (19.1%), in the age group of 80-89 years (18.5%) and in those with lower educational levels (15.9%). The association between reduced grip strength and the variables of age and body mass index showed a statistical significance. Conclusion Investigations about the handgrip strength are essential for identifying clinical conditions of Brazilian long-lived elderly, and contribute to the development of plans towards the management of frailty.

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