Anthropometrical examinations and measurement of muscle strength in geriatric patients - continuation focussing on seniors living in a retirement home and the application of anthropometry in nutritional indices and questionnaires

Abstract

We present an overview of the application of anthropometrical examinations in nutritional indices and questionnaires. The study presents a comparison of anthropometrical measurements (mid-arm circumference, measurement of skin fold above the triceps, dynamometrical examination) in the group of elderly residents living in a retirement home and geriatric in-patients and young healthy volunteers.

Keywords

• anthropometrical examination
• mid-arm circumference
• skin fold above the triceps
• dynamometry
• geriatric patient
• rest home
• nutritional indices and assessments