DOI: 10.36347/sjams.2013.v01i06.0024

Pages: 758-764

It is estimated that the no. of elderly persons would grow to 137 million by 2021 in our country. Aging is a universal process. Old age is associated with physical, mental and social problems. This study was designed to examine the various factors influencing the morbidity status among elderly in Lucknow district, India. The present cross-sectional study was carried out among elderly in Lucknow district from October 2011 to September 2012. Multi stage random sampling technique was used to select elderly. Sample size of 400 (200 urban and 200 rural) elderly of Lucknow district, were interviewed and, and information regarding their socio-demographic characteristics was collected and clinical examination was carried out. Statistical analyses were done using percentage and Chi-square test. P values less than 0.05 were considered significant. Of 400 elderly, 32.4% males and 15.5% females were in the age group of 60-64 years. In our study most common problem that was associated both with males (65.7%) and females (75.4%) elderly in rural areas were musculoskeletal problems. Significant association of ear problems was observed with age. In rural areas eyes and ear problems were significantly associated with religion, while in urban areas genitourinary problems is significantly associated. This study reveals a high prevalence of morbidity status. A strong need exists for planning and programming intervention activities for health needs in the area.