• Am J Public Health · Aug 2004

    Comparative Study

    Gender differences in physical disability among an elderly cohort.

    • Kirsten Naumann Murtagh and Helen B Hubert.
    • Department of Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, CA, USA.
    • Am J Public Health. 2004 Aug 1; 94 (8): 1406-11.

    ObjectivesWe analyzed the role of sociodemographic factors, chronic-disease risk factors, and health conditions in explaining gender differences in disability among senior citizens.MethodsWe compared 1348 men and women (mean age = 79 years) on overall disability and compared their specific activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living (IADL), and mobility limitations. Analysis of covariance adjusted for possible explanatory factors.ResultsWomen were more likely to report limitations, use of assistance, and a greater degree of disability, particularly among IADL categories. However, these gender differences were largely explained by differences in disability-related health conditions.ConclusionsGreater prevalence of nonfatal disabling conditions, including fractures, osteoporosis, back problems, osteoarthritis and depression, contributes substantially to greater disability and diminished quality of life among aging women compared with men.

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