There is a large and growing body of evidence on the health benefits of engagement in
leisure activities (voluntary, enjoyable non-work activities, such as hobbies, arts …

Abstract Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM)/undernutrition and frailty are prevalent,
overlap** conditions impacting on functional and health outcomes of older adults, but are …

Objectives This study aimed to examine the association between sleep quality and physical
performance among a group of UK community-dwelling older adults, according to sex …

Successful aging may be a solution to the major challenges that population aging poses to
healthcare systems, financial security, and labor force supply. Hence, we studied the value …

Background Differences in survival between groups may reflect avoidable and modifiable
inequalities. This study examines the 35-year mortality risk for adults aged 25–44 years in …

This narrative review focuses on the role of strength and balance activities throughout the
lifecycle to improve physical capacity and reduce all-cause mortality. The evidence suggests …

Objectives: Despite its impact, individual factors associated with persistent low back pain
(LBP) remain poorly understood. This study investigated static and dynamic pain sensitivity …

Non-communicable diseases are a leading cause of death and levels are rising. Lifestyle
changes, including physical activity, have benefits in all-cause mortality, cardiovascular and …

Background Human activity and the interaction between health conditions and activity is a
critical part of understanding the overall function of individuals. The World Health …

Background and Objective In 2014, Taiwan's National Health Insurance administration
launched a post-acute care (PAC) program for patients to improve their functions after acute …