Influence of Social Determinants on Physical Performance and Geriatric Syndromes in Community-Dwelling Older Adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Healthy aging involves ensuring a good quality of life and maintaining autonomy. Physical performance is a key indicator of health and autonomy in old age, and it is influenced by social determinants of health. The aim of this study was to evaluate differences in physical performance and geriatric health outcomes among older adults attending a community center, according to their educational level, pension status, and access to health services.

Methods

An observational, descriptive, retrospective and cross-sectional study was carried out using the database of subjects aged 60 and over who attend a community gerontological center.

Results

A total of 536 older adults (mean age 70.7 ± 8.4 years, 71.5% women, 86.9% with public health coverage) with an average a

SUBMITTER: Vazquez-Garza RI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12652700 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature