Características associadas a baixa mobilidade funcional no teste timed up and go máximo em idosos

Abstract

The Timed up and go test (TUG) is a simple test originally described for the assessment of functional mobility. Although widespread, there is still a dearth of studies that may contribute to the clinical interpretation of their results in specific populations. Objective: To investigate characteristics associated with low functional mobility assessed by TUG at maximum speed (TUGmax) in the elderly. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study that represents a subanalysis of a multicenter study. In the evaluation, two TUGmax tests were performed, being considered for analysis the shortest time. We also collected values of physical capacity tests and mental health variables through questionnaires. Results: One hundred and fourteen elderly (68-64), 42% male, were included. Elderly people with low functional mobility performed worse on different physical capacity tests (P <0.05 for all comparisons), but showed levels of physical activity, quality of life, and anxiety and depression symptoms similar to those with functional mobility. normal. In addition, a higher number of statistically significant correlations were observed between time on TUGmax and subjective and physical capacity outcomes in the group with low functional mobility, and, in general, the correlations were stronger. Conclusion: Elderly people with low functional mobility present worse performance on physical tests, but levels of physical activity, quality of life and symptoms of anxiety and depression similar to those with normal functional mobility.