A survey of foot problems in community-dwelling older Greek Australians.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Foot problems are common in older people and are associated with impaired mobility and quality of life. However, the characteristics of foot problems in older Australians for whom English is a second language have not been evaluated.

Methods

One hundred and four community-dwelling people aged 64 to 90 years with disabling foot pain (according to the case definition of the Manchester Foot Pain and Disability Index, or MFPDI) were recruited from four Greek elderly citizens clubs in Melbourne, Australia. All participants completed a Greek language questionnaire consisting of general medical history, the Medical Outcomes Study Short-Form 36 (SF-36) questionnaire, the MFPDI, and specific questions relating to foot problems and podiatry service utilisation. In addition,

SUBMITTER: Kaoulla P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3212908 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature