Why the study?
Are physical performance measures (walking speed and grip strength) associated with polypharmacy in hospitalized older adults?
Are physical performance measures (walking speed and grip strength) associated with polypharmacy in hospitalized older adults?
Higher physical performance, as measured by walking speed and grip strength, is inversely associated with polypharmacy in hospitalized older adults.
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Supports assessing physical performance during polypharmacy review; leaves open whether improving strength or speed reduces medication burden in older adults.
Sganga et al. (2014) studied this question.
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