What Is the Current Landscape and Future Direction of Frailty Research?

Mahirah Kamaron; Azliyana Azizan

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI35.7492

Authors

Mahirah Kamaron Physiotherapy Department, Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun, Jalan Raja Ashman Shah, 30450 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia; Centre of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Puncak Alam Campus, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM),Selangor, Malaysia
Azliyana Azizan Centre of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Puncak Alam Campus, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM),Selangor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10iSI35.7492

Keywords:

Frailty, Older adults, Bibliometric analysis, Sarcopenia

Abstract

Frailty is a significant concern in geriatrics, associated with increased risks of disability, hospitalization, and mortality in older adults. This bibliometric analysis examined 171 peer-reviewed articles from 2003 to 2025 using VOSviewer and Bibliometric to identify major research trends, thematic clusters, and emerging directions in frailty parameter studies. Four key clusters emerged: mobility and gait, muscle biomarkers, clinical assessment tools, and intervention strategies. The findings reflect a growing interdisciplinary focus and highlight the need for culturally adapted research in low- and middle-income countries to support improved health outcomes and targeted policies for aging populations.

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