Leg and Trunk Impairments Predict Participation in Life Roles in Older Adults: Results From Boston RISE

Conclusions:
Leg speed, ankle ROM, and trunk extensor endurance are key physical impairments predicting participation in life roles in older adults. These results have implications for the development of exercise interventions to enhance participation.

Source: Journals of Gerontology Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences - April 11, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Beauchamp, M. K., Jette, A. M., Ni, P., Latham, N. K., Ward, R. E., Kurlinski, L. A., Percac-Lima, S., Leveille, S. G., Bean, J. F. Tags: Research Article Source Type: research