- https://doi.org/10.12809/ajgg-v16n2-ed
Editorial
- Dec 17, 2021
- Asian Journal of Gerontology and Geriatrics
- James Kh Luk
Frailty and sarcopenia are important syndromes in older people and are associated with poor outcomes.Assessment and prevention of frailty and sarcopenia are of particular importance during the COVID-19 pandemic.Since 2020, the pandemic has been a new risk factor for frailty and sarcopenia.Strict lockdown measures to protect frail older adults may worsen the frailty and sarcopenia and lead to social isolation, depression, malnutrition, and reduced access to care. 1 In the present issue, Das et al 2 investigate the association between frailty and sarcopenia in West Benga, India.Frail participants are six times more likely to be sarcopenic than non-frail people.Further study on Asian populations is warranted to determine the best management strategies.
