2017 Volume 73 Issue 5 Pages I_761-I_769
Outside activity is one of the most important factors affecting health of elderly community dwellers. The frequency of going out is considered of useful health indicator. This study was conducted to examine the relationship between the choice of the transportation means, the frequency of going out and the functional capacity in elderly community dwellers at urban area and rural area. Using motorcycle and bicycle influences the going out frequency of elderly people. Moreover, using public transportation also influences the going out frequency in the urban area. The factor of the going out frequency is different from urban area and rural area. The traffic measure suitable for regional characteristics should contribute to the healthy life.
