Gerontology & Geriatric Research

Luca Pelizzari

Publications

• Research Article
  Hospitalization Effects on Physical Performance and Muscle Strength in Hospitalized Elderly Subjects
  Author(s): Andrea P Rossi, Sofia Rubele, Luca Pelizzari, Francesco Fantin, Susanna Morgante, Omar Marchi, Francesco Pedelini, Elena Zoico, Gloria Mazzali and Mauro ZamboniAndrea P Rossi, Sofia Rubele, Luca Pelizzari, Francesco Fantin, Susanna Morgante, Omar Marchi, Francesco Pedelini, Elena Zoico, Gloria Mazzali and Mauro Zamboni
  
  Background: Hospitalization is a stressful event, potentially dangerous for older people. In fact, it worsens and accelerates muscle mass loss associated with bed rest, increasing the risk of loss of autonomy, rehospitalization and mortality. The aim of this study was to evaluate in an acute care setting handgrip and physical performance in patients at hospital admission and discharge, and detect changes related to hospitalization. Methods: Between June 2011 and January 2012 we were recruited 355 patients of which about 255 it was possible to perform at least Handgrip both at admission and at discharge. Of these, 38.8% were female. Handgrip strength and physical performance by using the short physical performance battery (SPPB) were assessed at admission and before the discharge. In all subjects Barthel index and mini nut.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2167-7182.1000401

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