All articles tagged with #physical function
A Yale-led study of more than 11,000 Americans aged 65+ followed for up to 12 years finds that 45% show improvements in at least one domain (cognition or physical function), with those harboring more positive beliefs about aging more likely to improve; findings challenge the inevitability of decline and suggest mindset-based interventions to bolster resilience in older adults.
Analysis of over 11,000 adults aged 65+ followed up to 12 years shows about 45% improved in cognitive function, physical function, or both (32% cognitively, 28% physically), with some gains clinically meaningful. Even those starting with normal function showed improvements. Positive beliefs about aging predicted better outcomes, supporting stereotype embodiment theory and suggesting interventions to boost aging beliefs could enhance resilience and guide preventive care and rehabilitation.
A Yale-led analysis of over 11,000 older Americans tracked for up to 12 years found that about 45% improved in cognitive function, physical ability, or both, with improvements not limited to the already healthy. Positive beliefs about aging predicted greater gains, suggesting aging can include resilience and that mindset may influence outcomes.
Increasing walking speed by 14 steps per minute significantly improves physical function in frail or prefrail seniors, with faster walkers nearly twice as likely to see meaningful improvements in mobility, suggesting simple step-count targets can guide effective exercise interventions for aging populations.
A year-long study shows that kettlebell training twice a week can significantly improve muscle strength, increase muscle mass, reduce inflammation, and enhance physical function in older adults, demonstrating that it's never too late to start resistance training for health benefits.
Managing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors may help preserve physical function in older adults, according to a new study published in The Journals of Gerontology. The research found that vascular measures were associated with grip strength and change in gait speed, both indicators of physical function. The study suggests that targeting vascular health may reduce age-related declines in physical function, mobility, and disability, and highlights the need for novel interventions that prevent physical limitations in older adults.