August 16, 2025

Aging with strength: Locomotor capacity and its determinants among the rural elderly community of India.

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Community-based analysis reveals limited mobility in the elderly, suggesting interventions may enhance independence.

Limited mobility affects 57.4% of elderly individuals, significantly impacting their independence and wellbeing.
Higher age, female gender, and nutritional vulnerability significantly associate with limited mobility outcomes.
Community-based cross-sectional study conducted among 195 elderly individuals in West Bengal, India, with gait testing for mobility assessment.
Public health implications highlight the need for integrated support systems to enhance locomotor capacity and wellbeing.

Roy et al. (2025) studied this question.

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