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Table 5 Logistic regression model identifying the characteristics significantly associated with consultation with a massage therapist

From: Use of massage therapy by mid-aged and older Australian women

Characteristics

Odds Ratio*

95% C.I

p-value

Education

No formal/School only

1

-

 
 

Trade/Apprentice/Diploma

1.83

1.16, 2.88

0.01

 

University/Higher degree

1.67

1.04, 2.65

0.031

Private Health Insurance

No

1

-

 

(inc. rebate for massage therapy)

Yes

6.37

4.41, 9.19

 < 0.001

Osteoarthritis

No

1

-

 
 

Yes

1.72

1.19, 2.48

0.004

EQ-5D

10-point decrease

1.14

1.04, 1.27

0.007

  1. *Adjusted odds ratios