The majority of the studies investigated the prevalence and risk factors of sarcopenia. There are limited studies to improve muscle mass in elderly people living in community dwellings. Compared to the general population, elderly residents in community dwellings are more likely to develop sarcopenia. Therefore, research on sarcopenia through nutrition counseling and exercise programs in community-dwelling older adults is important. nutrition counseling, exercise program, sarcopenia
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Aged 60 years and older, Having a score of Modified Mini Sarcopenia Risk Assessment -5 less than 30 points., Being able to walk and balance on their own. , In one week, there was no shoulder injury to the dominant arm., No serious complications, such as end-stage renal failure or heart failure. , Living in Bangkok for at least 1 year, Being able to communicate in Thai
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Severe knee or back pain, Severely impaired mobility, Cognitive Impairment, Unstable cardiac conditions
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The nutrition counseling and exercise program increase muscle mass and Muscle Strength. 8 week The tools used in this study consisted of 3 parts, including health questionnaires, tools for assessing nutrition and body composition, and nutrition counseling and exercise program | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The nutrition counseling and exercise program increase muscle mass and Muscle Strength. 8 week The tools used in this study consisted of 3 parts, including health questionnaires, tools for assessing nutrition and body composition, and nutrition counseling and exercise program | — |
Countries
Thailand
Contacts
Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University