Table 2.
The Fried Frailty Phenotype (FFP)
| FFP diagnostic criteria | Measurement methods |
|---|---|
| Slowness | Walking time/15 feet: slowest 20% (by gender, height) |
| Weakness | Grip strength: lowest 20% (by gender, body mass index) |
| Unexplained weight loss | Weight loss of 10 lb or greater than 5% weight loss in the past year |
| Poor endurance and energy | Using the CES–D Depression Scale (self-reported) |
| Low physical activity level | Kcals/week: lowest 20% Males: 383 Kcals/week Females: 270 Kcals/week |