Table 6.
Multiple logistic regression association with fall status.
| Parameter | Exp (B) | 95% CI | P-value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower | Upper | |||
| BMI (Kgms−2) | 1.065 | 0.977 | 1.166 | 0.156 |
| Visual contrast sensitivity (MET score) | 0.874 | 0.701 | 0.809 | 0.028* |
| Depression (GDS score) | 1.149 | 0.938 | 1.408 | 0.179 |
| Back pain (no) | 0.214 | 0.077 | 0.596 | 0.003** |
| Timed up and go (dual task) | 0.941 | 0.759 | 1.167 | 0.579 |
| Walk across—speed (cm/sec) | 1.010 | 0.974 | 1.047 | 0.072 |
| Step test (worst leg) | 0.888 | 0.845 | 1.070 | 0.607 |
| Turning impairment (yes)# | 4.824 | 1.707 | 12.839 | 0.003** |
Statistically significant at p < 0.05,
Statistically significant at p < .01.
OR, odd ratio; CI, confidence interval; BMI, Body mass Index; MET, Melbourne Edge Test;
Turning impairment categorized—yes = turn sway or turn time or both outside of normal limits on the Neurocom™ Balance Master.