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What are the two tests to measure functional fitness of senior citizens and describe the procedure of any one of them?

According to the World Health Organization, maintaining functional ability is crucial for healthy aging, allowing older adults to be and do what they value. To measure functional fitness in senior citizens, two common and evidence-based assessments are the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) and the Fullerton Advanced Balance (FAB) scale. This article will explore these two tests and provide a detailed description of the SPPB procedure.