Could your mouth predict frailty? study links oral health to muscle loss and social decline

NCT ID NCT07658625

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how oral function, muscle loss (sarcopenia), and social frailty are related in older adults living in the community. Researchers will assess grip strength, walking speed, and other physical measures, along with questionnaires about social connections. The goal is to understand how these factors interact, which could help shape future strategies for healthy aging.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If clear links are found, this could help design policies or programs to promote healthy aging by addressing oral health, muscle strength, and social connections together.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all older adults, and the findings are preliminary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Sarcopenia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chang Gung University of Science and Technology

    Taoyuan, Taiwan