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Impact of social engagement on the development of sarcopenia among community-dwelling older adults: A Kashiwa cohort study.

Tomoki TanakaBo-Kyung SonWeida LyuKatsuya Iijima
Published in: Geriatrics & gerontology international (2022)
The present results showed that social engagement could potentially decrease new-onset sarcopenia risks by influencing multidimensional factors, such as physical activity, oral function, and psychological and nutritional status. To prevent sarcopenia, it might be essential to promote social engagement through populational approaches. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2022; 22: 384-391.
Keyphrases
  • social media
  • skeletal muscle
  • healthcare
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • community dwelling
  • body mass index
  • sleep quality
  • depressive symptoms
  • climate change