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  • Gerontology and Public Health
  • Musculoskeletal Health
  • Epidemiology

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  • Postural dysfunction is a common health issue, particularly in the elderly.
  • Sarcopenia, characterized by muscle mass and strength decline, significantly contributes to musculoskeletal impairment.
  • Limited research exists on the link between sarcopenia and postural dysfunction in adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between sarcopenia prevalence and postural dysfunction.
  • To analyze this relationship across a wide age range in the Korean adult population.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from the Korean National Health & Nutrition Examination Survey V (2010-2012).
  • Defined sarcopenia using appendicular skeletal muscle mass (ASM)/height (ht)².
  • Assessed postural dysfunction via the Modified Romberg test on a foam pad (foam balance test).

Main Results:

  • Individuals with sarcopenia were significantly more likely to fail the foam balance test.
  • Sarcopenia and age were identified as independent risk factors for postural instability.
  • Middle-aged adults with sarcopenia showed a significantly higher adjusted odds ratio for postural dysfunction.

Conclusions:

  • The prevalence of postural dysfunction is higher in individuals with sarcopenia, irrespective of sex and age.
  • Sarcopenia is a significant risk factor for postural instability, even in middle-aged adults.
  • Findings underscore the importance of addressing sarcopenia to mitigate postural dysfunction and related health issues.