RESEARCH DATABASE

InBody Scholar

InBody continues to work closely with academic researchers on a global scale to develop more in-depth clinical applications of body composition.
With our long history in the industry, we provide more than 6,000 research and publications.
Research title with ★ indicates InBody recommended paper.

Diaphragmatic muscle thickness in older people with and without sarcopenia.

Physical medicine and Rehabilitation
Author
Deniz et al.
Used Parameters : SMI
Publication Year : 2020
Country : Turkey
Journal : Aging Clinical and Experimental Research
BACKGROUND: Studies in mice have suggested that sarcopenic animals may have atrophic diaphragmatic muscles; however, to date, no clinical studies are available. AIMS: To investigate whether the diaphragmatic thickness is affected in older patients with sarcopenia and if this is associated with impaired respiratory functions. METHODS: Thirty sarcopenic and 30 non-sarcopenic elderly patients aged over 65 were included. All patients underwent comprehensive geriatric assessment. The diagnosis of sarcopenia was made …
Full text
List
Powered by KBoard