Table 3. Physical function described by gender.
| Male (n=9) | Female (n=38) | Total (n=47) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Variable | Mean ± SD | Mean ± SD | Mean ± SD |
| Balance* | |||
| Timed up & go test (sec) | 20.3 ± 10.2 | 20.2 ± 10.4 | 20.2 ± 10.2 |
| Functional reach test (cm) | 13.6 ± 7.2 | 12.2 ± 7.3 | 12.4 ± 7.2 |
| Single limb stance with eyes-opened (sec) | 2.1 ± 4.2 | 2.0 ± 2.7 | 2.1 ± 3.0 |
| Mobility* | |||
| Ten-meter walk (sec) | 17.6 ± 8.25 | 19.2 ± 10.6 | 18.9 ± 10.1 |
| Strength* | |||
| Right knee muscle strength /wt (kg/wt) | 0.27 ± 0.10 | 0.25 ± 0.05 | 0.25 ± 0.08 |
| Left knee muscle strength /wt (kg/wt) | 0.25 ± 0.10 | 0.25 ± 0.07 | 0.25 ± 0.08 |
*
No significant difference (p<.05) between groups.