Table 3.
Medical category frequencies among elders with disabilities.
| Disability Type | n (%) | Disability Type | n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fracture/articulation injury | 12 (2.5%) | Hearing problem | 19 (3.9%) |
| Other injuries | 13 (2.7%) | Dementia | 5 (1.0%) |
| Arthritis/rheumatism | 83 (17.1%) | Depression, anxiety, emotional problems | 15 (3.1%) |
| Heart disease | 10 (2.1%) | Mental retardation | 1 (0.2%) |
| Breathing problems, lung disease, asthma | 23 (4.8%) | Obesity | 0 (0%) |
| Stroke | 19 (3.9%) | Old age | 26 (5.4%) |
| Diabetes | 14 (2.9%) | Renal failure | 2 (0.4%) |
| Hypertension | 5 (1.0%) | Dizziness | 17 (3.5%) |
| Back/neck problems | 96 (19.8%) | Gastrointestinal disturbances | 10 (2.1%) |
| Cancer | 7 (1.4%) | Knee/leg pain (except for arthritis) | 34 (7.0%) |
| Tooth and dental disease | 6 (1.2%) | Headache | 7 (1.4%) |
| Vision problems | 18 (3.7%) | Other | 42 (8.7%) |