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This research delves into the factors influencing how fast older black adults in Ghana and South Africa walk. By studying gait speed, which is how quickly someone walks, the researchers aimed to uncover what affects this important aspect of mobility in older individuals.
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Why is it important?
Gait speed is more than just how fast someone walks; it can reveal a lot about a person's overall health and well-being as they age. Understanding the factors that influence gait speed can help healthcare providers identify potential issues early and provide appropriate interventions to improve mobility and quality of life in older adults. Key Takeaways: • Gait speed is a crucial indicator of overall health and mobility in older adults. • Factors like age, sex, residence, and medical history can impact gait speed. • Identifying and addressing issues affecting gait speed can improve quality of life in older individuals.
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This page is a summary of: Gait speed and its associated factors among older black adults in Sub-Saharan Africa: Evidence from the WHO study on Global AGEing in older adults (SAGE), PLoS ONE, April 2024, PLOS,
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0295520.
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