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The impact of restricted mobility on social participation among older adults in India
Vandana J Rathod1,2, Dhruvkumar P Dave3
1Department of Physiotherapy, Ashok and Rita Patel Institute of Physiotherapy, Charotar University of Science and Technology, CHARUSAT Campus, Anand, Gujarat, India.
Purpose:
This study aimed to explore the relationship between mobility constraints and social participation among the elderly in India.
Materials And Methods:
A cross-sectional survey was conducted to assess social participation (N = 912). Social participation was measured using a participation scale, and mobility limitations were measured using 4 meter walk test, Fall Efficacy Scale (FES I), community balance and mobility scale, and a questionnaire for assistive devices.
Results:
Mobility-related factors explained 28.4% of the variation in social participation (F [4, 907] = 91.331, P = 0.000). It was found that fear of falling; walking capacity, community balance and mobility, and using sticks/walker significantly affect social participation among the elderly.
Conclusion:
Mobility limitations were significantly associated with reduced social participation. This demonstrates the need for interventions to improve accessibility and participation among older Indian adults at various levels.
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