Table 1. Comparison of basal characteristic in patients of two groups.
| Variable | Control group (n = 50) | Intervention group (n = 50) | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age (y) | 60.36 ± 7.64 | 59.12 ± 7.79 | 0.97a | |
| Weight (kg) | 71.9 ± 12.5 | 73.6 ± 13.3 | 0.33a | |
| Body mass index (kg/m2) | 24.6 ± 4.62 | 24.8 ± 5.9 | 0.74a | |
| Medical history | Diabetes | 4 (8.0) | 3 (6.0) | 0.72b |
| Hypertension | 6 (12.0) | 5 (10.0) | 0.88b | |
| Osteoarthritis | 3 (6.0) | 4 (8.0) | 0.46b | |
| Hyperlipidemia | 8 (16.0) | 7 (14.0) | 0.34b | |
| Rheumatoid arthritis | 4 (8.0) | 3 (6.0) | 0.37b | |
| Thyroid disease | 8 (16.0) | 9 (18.0) | 0.46b | |
Data are presented as mean ± standard deviation or number (%).
aBy independent t test. bBy chi-square test.