Physical activity and energy expenditure measurements using accelerometers in older adults Utilización de los acelerómetros para la medida de la actividad física y el gasto energético en personas mayores

The purpose of this review is to address methodological issues related to accelerometer-based assessments of physical activity (PA) in older individuals. Special interest is also put on recently updated technology. No definitive evidence exists currently to indicate which are the more valid and reli...

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Main Authors: N. Garatachea, G. Torres Luque, J. González Gallego
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Arán Ediciones, S. L. 2010-04-01
Series:Nutrición Hospitalaria
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Online Access:http://scielo.isciii.es/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0212-16112010000200004