Racial/Ethnic Differences in Self-Reported Upper Limb Limitations Among U.S. Older Adults.
Rachel N Logue CookMatthew A DavisRebecca E HassonDominique L Kinnett-HopkinsSusan H BrownPublished in: The journals of gerontology. Series A, Biological sciences and medical sciences (2024)
Our results demonstrate differences in self-reported upper limb ADL-disability across racial/ethnic groups, particularly for Mexican American older adults. Such findings underscore the need for routine monitoring of upper limb function throughout adulthood to identify limitations and target therapeutic interventions before independence is compromised.