Prevalence and associated factors of sarcopenia risk and possible sarcopenia among older homeless adults in a home for destitute, Thailand: A cross-sectional study
Sarcopenia risk and possible sarcopenia are highly prevalent among older homeless adults. BMI was a key protective factor, while age and comorbidities significantly increased the risk. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions focusing on nutrition and early prevention strategies to mitigate sarcopenia in this vulnerable population. Nurses play a critical role in early screening and implementing tailored interventions to support prevention and management efforts.
Authors
- Wasana Srisuk (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-5823-8390)
- Suphanna Krongthaeo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7942-7784)
- Noppawan Piaseu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2305-8905)
- Sukanya Tantiprasoplap (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3479-6871)
- Phatcharaphon Whaikid (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-3341-6946)
- Theeraphorn Jitwiriyatham (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-3587-9506)
- Jirapa Tantipongsirikul (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3617-924X)
- Chanokporn Subtema (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2784-5162)
Institutions
- Huachiew Chalermprakiet University (TH)
- Mahidol University (TH)
- Ramathibodi Hospital (TH)
- Sirindhorn National Medical Rehabilitation Institute (TH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Belitung Nursing Journal
- Published
- 2025-11-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.33546/bnj.4166
- Primary Topic
- Homelessness and Social Issues
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Mahidol University