The relationship between depressive symptoms and physical performance in postmenopausal women: a cross-sectional investigation.

Objective: The relationship between depressive symptoms and declining physical performance in postmenopausal women has been extensively examined. However, various confounding factors can influence this association. This study aimed to investigate the link between depressive symptoms and physical performance in postmenopausal women while considering potential interfering factors.

Assessing the robustness of muscle strength and physical performance measures in women older than 40 years: a test-retest reliability study.

Objectives: This study investigated the test-retest reliability and minimal detectable change (MDC) of muscle strength and physical performance tests in women older than 40 years.

Methods: A total of 113 women, aged 58 ± 11 years (82% postmenopausal women), with a body mass index of 28.5 ± 5.