Table 1.
Logistic regression analysis for fear of falling in Andes Mountains elderly in Colombia
| Variable | Odds Ratio | 95% Confidence Interval |
|---|---|---|
| Age more than 75 years | 2.21 | (1.26–3.88) |
| Female gender | 4.48 | (2.49–5.10) |
| Osteoarthritis | 2.39 | (1.38–4.15) |
| Chronic dizzinessa | 2.20 | (1.23–3.96) |
| Visual deficit (self-perceived) | 2.28 | (1.32–3.94) |
| Transfers impairment (bed to sit)b | 3.03 | (1.31–3.03) |
| Unhealthy feelings | 2.17 | (1.25–3.76) |
| Depressionc | 2.12 | (1.07–4.23) |
a
3 months or later.
b
Barthel sub-scale.
c
Geriatric Depression Scale >5.