Grip strength is a strong predictor of survival in nonagenarians and centenarians
Objectives: To understand the importance of hand grip strength (HGS) as a survival predictor in nonagenarians and centenarians. Methods: Longitudinal, observational and analytical study, using HGS measurements obtained during a first evaluation performed in 2016. Participants were nonagenarians and...
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| Language: | English |
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Brazilian Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology
2022-06-01
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| Series: | Geriatrics, Gerontology and Aging |
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| Online Access: | https://ggaging.com/details/1735/en-US/grip-strength-is-a-strong-predictor-of-survival-in-nonagenarians-and-centenarians |