Associations between living alone, social interactions, and physical performance differ by sex: Results from the Baltimore Hip Studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is mixed evidence on whether living arrangements and social interactions are associated with poorer health outcomes after hip fracture repair. Distinct social profiles among male and female older adults may explain some of the differences. However, prior studies did not evaluate these differences by sex. This article aims to assess if the associations between living alone, social interaction, and physical performance differ by sex among hip fracture survivors.

Methods

This prospective cohort study is part of the Baltimore Hip Studies seventh cohort, with 168 male and 171 female hip fracture patients assessed at baseline (≤22 days after hospitalization) and at 2, 6, and 12 months post admission. Living arrangements and interaction with children or siblings an

SUBMITTER: Camara SMA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10524112 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature