None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Bio-electrical impedance analysis: Body composition (muscle mass and fat mass) will be assessed using a standard bioelectrical impedance analyser.
5-10minutes per patient
Control Interv
Sponsors
Sanjana Naik
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Identified as at risk of sarcopenia based on screening tools Reduced physical performance(slow gait speed or low handgrip strength) Able to provide informed consent and comply with study procedures
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: History of recent orthopaedic surgery or injuries affecting muscle mass or fat distribution Diagnosed with severe cardiovascular, respiratory, or neurological diseases that could affect body composition or the ability to perform measurements Diagnosed with severe cognitive impairments that hinder understanding instructions or cooperation Currently enrolled in another study that could influence body composition or measurement outcomes
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Comparison of body fat percentage measured by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis BIA and Skinfold Thickness method. Comparison of muscle mass measured by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis BIA and Skinfold Thickness method. Accuracy of both methods BIA and Skinfold in identifying older adults at risk of sarcopenia.Timepoint: Single baseline assessment single visit. All measurements will be taken on the same day for each participant. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| NILTimepoint: NIL | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactSanjana Naik
Parul Institute of Physiotherapy
Outcome results
None listed