Changes in muscle power after usual care or early structured exercise intervention in acutely hospitalized older adults

• Main Authors: Mikel L. Sáez de Asteasu (Author), Nicolás Martínez‐Velilla (Author), Fabricio Zambom‐Ferraresi (Author), Robinson Ramírez‐Vélez (Author), Antonio García‐Hermoso (Author), Eduardo L. Cadore (Author), Álvaro Casas‐Herrero (Author), Arkaitz Galbete (Author), Mikel Izquierdo (Author)
• Formato: Livro
• Publicado em: Wiley, 2020-08-01T00:00:00Z.
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Abstract Background A classic consequence of short‐term bed rest in older adults is the significant loss in skeletal muscle mass and muscle strength that underlies the accelerated physical performance deficits. Structured exercise programmes applied during acute hospitalization can prevent muscle fu...