Observational findings suggest alcohol reduces physical functioning and balance in older adults, indicating the need for alcohol reduction strategies.
These findings indicate possible domain-specific effects of alcohol use on physical functioning. Alcohol should not be viewed as beneficial for strength. Clinicians should routinely assess older adults' alcohol use and help them with alcohol reduction. This may reduce alcohol use, improve balance in older adults.
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