Aim Grip strength (GS) as a surrogate for muscular strength, waist circumference (WC) as a
surrogate marker of visceral fat, and body mass index (BMI) as a surrogate marker of obesity …

To the Editor: Frailty status represents one of the core determinants for the individualization
of glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) targets in the elderly population. However, the most …

Background There is a link between hyperglycemia and mechanical functions of muscle.
However, existing evidence of the association between hyperglycemia and weaker muscle …

Background Although the proportion of older patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)
has increased, few studies have reported the factors affecting glucose levels in older …

Introduction Progression of muscle strength weakening will lead to a poor physical
performance and disability. While this is particularly important in patients with diabetes, the …

Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between hand-
grip strength (HGS) and age-related HGS, and type 2 diabetes in patients and normal …

Background Evidence highlights the importance of muscular strength as a protective factor
for health and function across aging populations. The purpose of this study was to examine …

Aim This study aims to explore the association between triglyceride to high-density
lipoprotein cholesterol (TG/HDL-C) ratio and relative grip strength in older adults in order to …

Background: This study aimed to investigate the association between absolute grip strength
(AGS), relative grip strength (RGS) levels, and the risk of developing diabetes in middle …

Background Both absolute (kg) and relative (kg per kg of body weight) handgrip strength
(HGS) have been used as indicators of HGS. Multiple studies have explored HGS …