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Demographic Characteristics of Patients and Spouses (N = 141)
| Variable | Patients M (SD) or % | Spouses M (SD) or % |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 65.4 (9.8) | 65.1 (11.5) |
| Gender = male | 43% | 58% |
| Years of education | 16.0 (2.0) | 15.9 (2.1) |
| Race = Caucasian | 87% | 86% |
| Years married/in relationship | 34.0 (16.7) | |
| Household income | $40,000–59,000 | |
| Employed | 43% | 47% |
| Body mass index | 31.4 (5.8) | 28.8 (4.7) |
| Duration of knee OA (years) | 12.7 (11.3) |
Note.
OA = osteoarthritis
