2011 Volume 44 Pages 56-60
The purpose of the present study is to examine the relationship between a score obtained from a questionnaire for independence of daily life in older adults and their physical fitness status. The questionnaire that investigates their ability of physical activity in daily life was modified from the previous version of “Kanagawa Tech ADL questionnaire” which consisted of 10 items related to activity of daily living (ADL). Based on the answers, a total score of independent ability among older adults was calculated. Physical fitness was assessed with measurements of capacity of physical activity in daily living (Y. oida 1995), the 30s chair stand (CS-30) test, the functional reach and the reaction time.
There was significant relationship between the total score of the questionnaire and measurement of physical fitness. It is postulated that the modified questionnaire could estimate physical fitness status among older adults and could be used as a clinical tool in the guideline for enhancing the ability of physical activity of older adults.
