Comparison of gender and group differences in self-report and physical performance measures in total hip and knee arthroplasty candidates

Functional measures (fast self-paced walk test, stair climb, and timed up and go) and a self-report measure of function (Lower Extremity Activity Profile) were assessed in 1,805 total hip (761) and knee (1044) arthroplasty candidates (1,063 women, 742 men) preoperatively. Women represented 59% of the study subjects and showed greater disability than men (P