Olfaction, ability to identify particular olfactory clusters and odors, and physical performance in community-dwelling older adults: The Yanai Study.

Background: Olfactory dysfunction is associated with poor physical performance in older adults. However, it remains unknown whether the ability to identify particular olfactory clusters and/or odors is associated with physical performance in physically independent community-dwelling older adults.

Methods: This cross-sectional study included 130 community-dwelling older adults (70.

[Fall risk assessment and knee extensor muscle activity in elderly people].

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze relationships between the history of falls, tripping, sway, and knee extensor muscle strengths as a tool for fall risk assessment in elderly people. We examined effective fall prevention measures.

Methods: We investigated 102 elderly volunteers in the community.