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چهارشنبه 17 دی 1404
چکیده: (90 مشاهده)
Introduction: Declining motor function is a prevalent concern in aging populations, often leading to decreased independence and higher fall risk. Regular physical activity serves as a key preventive strategy; however, its assessment remains complex, especially in outpatient clinical settings. Objective: This study aimed to explore the relationship and underlying mechanisms between objective physical performance measures and self-reported physical activity in robust elderly women. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 66 community-dwelling women aged 60–70 years, recruited from the Outpatient Rehabilitation Medicine Unit at Islamic Hospital Jakarta Pondok Kopi. Inclusion criteria included independent ambulation, absence of low back or leg pain, controlled chronic conditions, and a BMI between 18.5–24.9. Participants completed the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE), and underwent evaluations including the Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT), Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), and handgrip strength using a JAMAR dynamometer. Data were analyzed using Pearson correlations and multiple linear regression. Results: Pearson correlation revealed that only SPPB was significantly associated with log-transformed PASE scores (r = 0.27; p = 0.026), while 6MWT and grip strength showed no meaningful correlations (p > 0.05). Regression analysis confirmed SPPB as the sole independent predictor of physical activity (β = 0.31; p = 0.021). Conclusion: Among the three indicators assessed, SPPB emerged as the strongest correlate of physical activity in robust older women. Its integration into clinical screening may facilitate early identification of individuals at risk for sedentary behavior. Rehabilitation programs emphasizing balance, strength, and endurance may further promote sustained engagement in physical activity and prevent functional decline.
