Table 4. Comparison of physical function in frail elderly persons with fear of falling and without fear of falling.
| Variable | Fearful ( n=29 ) | Not fearful ( n=18 ) | p-Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mean ± SD | Mean ± SD | ||
| Balance | |||
| Timed up & go test (sec) | 21.3 ± 11.4 | 18.5 ± 8.1 | 0.376 |
| Functional reach test (cm) | 14.1 ± 7.1 | 9.74 ± 6.6 | 0.048 |
| Single limb stance with eyes-opened (sec) | 2.5 ± 3.4 | 1.3 ± 1.9 | 0.187 |
| Mobility | |||
| Ten-meter walk (sec) | 19.0 ± 10.5 | 18.6 ± 9.8 | 0.902 |
| Strength | |||
| Right knee muscle strength /wt (kg/wt) | 0.25 ± 0.08 | 0.27 ± 0.08 | 0.432 |
| Left knee muscle strength /wt (kg/wt) | 0.24 ± 0.08 | 0.25 ± 0.08 | 0.653 |