Publication at Central Library of Charles University |
2007
Abstract
Anthropometrical examinations and measurement of muscle strength by geriatric patients. The reduction of muscle mass and increase of body fat is physiological in the elderly, in case of malnutrition or acute states the decrease of muscles is quicker and there is significant reduction of muscle strangth.
We want to present a survey of basic anthropometrical examinations and study results comparing anthropometrical measurements (midarm circumference, measurement of skin fold above the triceps, dynamometrical examination) in the group of geriatric in-patients and young healthy volunteers.