Table 5.
Tier 4: Factors associated with use of scooters versus power wheelchairs.
| Scooter (n = 76) | Power wheelchair (n = 431) | P-value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (y) | 69.5 ± 8 | 69.5 ± 8.1 | .98 |
| Gender | |||
| Male | 37 (49%) | 207 (48%) | .92 |
| Female | 39 (51%) | 224 (52%) | |
| Medical diagnosis | |||
| Neurological conditions | 24 (32%) | 175 (40%) | <.001* |
| Orthopedic conditions | 17 (22%) | 97 (22%) | |
| Spinal cord conditions | 8 (10%) | 95 (22%) | |
| CVP conditions | 22 (29%) | 37 (9%) | |
| Other | 5 (7%) | 27 (6%) | |
| Living settings | |||
| Home | 73 (96%) | 381 (88%) | .04* |
| Other | 3 (4%) | 50 (12%) |
*indicates a statistically significant difference or association.