Comparisons Between Frail and Non-Frail Hospitalized Patients in Muscle Strength and Range of Motion After Hip Fracture Surgery: A Single-Blind Experimental Study
Experimental analysis shows frailty reduces muscle strength and range of motion in elderly patients after hip fracture surgery, suggesting intervention needs.
Key Points
Non-frail patients showed significantly higher muscle strength in elbow flexion and ankle dorsiflexion, enhancing recovery outcomes.
Results indicated frailty notably decreases muscle strength and joint mobility in elderly adults post hip fracture surgery.
Experimental design involved assessments of muscle strength via hand-held dynamometry and range of motion using digital goniometers.
Findings underscore the necessity to address frailty in postoperative care to enhance physical recovery in older adults.