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This medical dissertation by Kristina Åhlund explores the physical fitness of frail elderly patients in hospital settings. It examines the relationship between frailty, a geriatric syndrome marked by decreased physiological reserves, and physical fitness, which includes measurable outcomes like endurance and muscle strength. The work highlights the potential to reverse frailty through improved physical fitness, emphasizing the importance of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) units over conventional care. The research includes observational and controlled studies, investigating physical fitness's impact on mortality and patient perspectives on physical activity. The aim is to enhance care strategies for frail elderly patients, focusing on communication and multi-professional approaches to improve outcomes and reduce health risks.

Physical fitness for older people. --- Geriatrics.

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Pilates method. --- Physical fitness for older people.

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This report by the World Health Organization's Locomotor Capacity Working Group delves into the initial steps towards measuring locomotor capacity in older adults, aligning with the UN's Decade of Healthy Ageing initiative. The document details a virtual meeting held in November 2021, discussing the attributes and definitions of locomotor capacity. Experts reviewed concepts such as endurance, balance, muscle strength, and joint function as key measures. The aim is to advance understanding and assessment of these physical capacities, which are crucial for healthy ageing. This publication is intended for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and researchers involved in ageing and health.

Physical fitness for older people. --- Locomotion. --- Physical fitness for older people --- Locomotion

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Older people --- Physical fitness for older people. --- Health and hygiene.

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Physical inactivity is not only an individual's personal problem but is identified as a serious public health issue. Prolonged inactivity that occurs among many elderly persons tends to lead into a gradual decrease in all components of physical fitness, thus compromising their quality of life. Scientific research has shown that physical exercise can slow down both the psychological and physical aging clock. Engagement in health promoting behavior in the domains of physical activity, healthy dietary practice and stress management are considered useful strategies to enhance functional capacity a

Exercise for older people. --- Physical fitness for older people.