Frailty Trajectories in Japanese Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Taniguchi Yu, Kitamura Akihiko, Hata Toshiki, Fujita Koji, Abe Takumi, Nofuji Yu, Seino Satoshi, Yokoyama Yuri
Primary Institution: Tokyo Metropolitan Institute for Geriatrics and Gerontology
Hypothesis
What are the aging trajectories in frailty status among community-dwelling older Japanese individuals aged 65 to 90 years?
Conclusion
The study identified five frailty trajectory patterns among older Japanese adults, highlighting the importance of early intervention for those at risk.
Supporting Evidence
- Five trajectory patterns in frailty scores were identified among older adults.
- The early-onset frailty group was already pre-frail at age 65.
- Higher prevalence of health issues was found in the early-onset frailty group.
Takeaway
The study looked at how frailty changes as people get older and found different patterns of frailty among older Japanese adults.
Methodology
The study used repeated measures data from a 13-year longitudinal study assessing frailty status annually.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling older Japanese adults aged 65 to 90 years.
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