In patients with heart failure, mid-upper arm circumference and arm muscle circumference are more associated with prognosis than skeletal muscle mass index or calf circumference, data suggest.
Explained: Researchers delved into the hypothesis that leg strength might play a pivotal role in reducing the risk of developing heart failure after experiencing a heart attack
People with strong leg muscles are more likely to be active, which can help reduce the risk of obesity, diabetes, and other chronic diseases, said Dr A Ravikanth, senior cardiologist, Kamineni Hospitals, Hyderabad.
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