Phase angle in osteoarthritis patients, relations with pain, muscular mass and strength

Pais, Sandra; Guerreiro, Pedro; Guerreiro, Carla; Botelho, Marta

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Several researches have been carried out to see the relation between the Phase Angle (PhA), disease and several health risks factors. Ageing is associated with the loss of muscle mass and changes in body composition, which result in a decrease of the PhA. Malnutrition and inflammation have been reported to have a strong influence on PhA in diseased individuals. Subjects with Osteoarthritis (OA) have decreased muscular strength and pain. The aim of this study was to understand if the PhA was altered in patients with OA and if it's related with pain, muscular mass and strength.