How to Assess Physical Frailty?

Written By Aud Lee

AWGS Guidelines

Definition of Sarcopenia:

Low muscle mass+ low muscle strength and/or low muscle function

  • Muscle mass

    • Appendicular muscle mass index

  • Muscle strength

    • Hand grip strength

  • Muscle function

    • Gait speed

    • Sit to stand muscle power (5 timed chair stands)

    • Short Physical Performance Battery

References: Chen LK, Woo J, Assantachai P, et al. Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia: 2019 Consensus Update on Sarcopenia Diagnosis and Treatment. J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2020;21(3):300-307.e2. doi:10.1016/j.jamda.2019.12.012

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