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Physical Resilience: A novel approach for healthy aging
Jagadish K Chhetri1, Lina Ma1, Piu Chan1,2,3,4
1Department of Geriatrics, Neurology, and Neurobiology, Xuanwu Hospital of Capital Medical University, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disease, Beijing, China.
Journal of Frailty, Sarcopenia and Falls
|March 16, 2022
Summary
Global population aging requires new approaches beyond disease management. Understanding and enhancing Physical Resilience (PR) is key to promoting healthy aging and maintaining function in older adults.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and Public Health
- Aging Research
- Health Sciences
Background:
- Global population aging presents significant challenges to healthcare systems.
- Traditional disease-focused care models are inadequate for fostering functional older adults.
- The concept of Physical Resilience (PR) offers a promising avenue for healthy aging.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the potential of Physical Resilience (PR) in promoting healthy aging.
- To identify challenges and research needs for understanding and intervening in PR.
- To highlight the importance of PR for maintaining functional ability in later life.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of Physical Resilience (PR) in the context of aging.
- Literature review on current aging care models and resilience research.
- Identification of research gaps and future directions for PR interventions.
Main Results:
- Physical Resilience (PR) is a critical but under-researched construct for healthy aging.
- Current care models do not adequately address the maintenance of PR throughout the lifespan.
- Further research is needed to define, measure, and enhance PR in older populations.
Conclusions:
- Physical Resilience (PR) is essential for achieving the goals of healthy aging.
- Intervention strategies targeting PR are necessary to support functional ability in older adults.
- Addressing research challenges in PR will unlock its potential for an aging global population.
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