Feasibility of a Geriatric Assessment to Detect and Quantify Sarcopenia and Physical Functioning in German Nursing Home Residents—A Pilot Study
Background: Entering into a nursing home leads to increased immobility and further reductions in physical and cognitive functioning. As a result, there is a risk of sarcopenia, which is characterized by loss of muscle strength, muscle mass and physical functioning. To our knowledge, the feasibility...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-07-01
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| Series: | Geriatrics |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2308-3417/6/3/69 |