Abordaje terapéutico de gerontogimnasia para mejorar movilidad en adultos mayores
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2023
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Universidad de Guayaquil. Facultad de Ciencias Médicas. Carrera de Tecnología Médica
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El presente estudio tuvo como objetivo mejorar la capacidad de movimiento en adultos mayores de 65 años, aplicando la gerontogimnasia como medio de intervención terapéutica en el centro gerontológico "Memory". Se empleó una metodología con enfoque mixto y diseño descriptivo para evaluar el impacto de la gerontogimnasia en la movilidad de los adultos mayores. A través de la evaluación de escalas de valoración, como la Escala de Tinetti y la Escala de Barthel, se determinó el estado inicial de la movilidad y la independencia funcional de los usuarios del centro. Los resultados iniciales revelaron un alto riesgo de caídas y una dependencia en actividades básicas de la vida diaria. Posteriormente, se implementó un programa de intervención basado en la gerontogimnasia, con el objetivo de mejorar el equilibrio, la marcha y la capacidad funcional de los adultos mayores. Se realizaron sesiones regulares de ejercicio adaptado a las necesidades individuales de cada usuario. Los resultados finales mostraron una disminución significativa del riesgo de caídas y una mejora en la independencia funcional de los adultos mayores. La gerontogimnasia demostró ser efectiva para mejorar la movilidad y promover un estilo de vida activo en esta población. En conclusión, el abordaje terapéutico de gerontogimnasia en el centro gerontológico "Memory" logró mejorar la movilidad de los adultos mayores, incrementando su autonomía y calidad de vida. Estas conclusiones respaldan la importancia de implementar programas de intervención temprana y continua, adaptados a las necesidades individuales de cada usuario, para promover el envejecimiento saludable y activo.
The objective of this study was to improve movement capacity in adults over 65 years of age, applying gerontogymnastics as a means of therapeutic intervention at the "Memory" gerontological center. A methodology with a mixed approach and descriptive design was used to evaluate the impact of gerontogymnastics on the mobility of the elderly. Through the evaluation of assessment scales, the Tinetti Scale and the Barthel Scale, the initial state of mobility and functional independence of the users of the center was determined. Initial results revealed a high risk of falls and a dependence on basic activities of daily living. Subsequently, an intervention program based on gerontogymnastics was implemented, with the aim of improving the balance gait, and functional capacity of the elderly. Regular exercise sessions adapted to the individual needs of each user were carried out. The final results showed a significant decrease in the risk of falls and an improvement in the functional independence of the elderly. Gerontogymnastics proved to be effective in improving mobility and promoting an active lifestyle in this population. In conclusion, the therapeutic approach of gerontogymnastics in the "Memory" gerontological center managed to improve the mobility of the elderly, increasing their autonomy and quality of life. These conclusions support the importance of implementing early and continuous intervention programs, adapted to the individual needs of each user, to promote healthy and active aging.
The objective of this study was to improve movement capacity in adults over 65 years of age, applying gerontogymnastics as a means of therapeutic intervention at the "Memory" gerontological center. A methodology with a mixed approach and descriptive design was used to evaluate the impact of gerontogymnastics on the mobility of the elderly. Through the evaluation of assessment scales, the Tinetti Scale and the Barthel Scale, the initial state of mobility and functional independence of the users of the center was determined. Initial results revealed a high risk of falls and a dependence on basic activities of daily living. Subsequently, an intervention program based on gerontogymnastics was implemented, with the aim of improving the balance gait, and functional capacity of the elderly. Regular exercise sessions adapted to the individual needs of each user were carried out. The final results showed a significant decrease in the risk of falls and an improvement in the functional independence of the elderly. Gerontogymnastics proved to be effective in improving mobility and promoting an active lifestyle in this population. In conclusion, the therapeutic approach of gerontogymnastics in the "Memory" gerontological center managed to improve the mobility of the elderly, increasing their autonomy and quality of life. These conclusions support the importance of implementing early and continuous intervention programs, adapted to the individual needs of each user, to promote healthy and active aging.
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ANCIANO, GERONTOGIMNASIA, TERAPIA POR EJERCICIOS, EPIDEMIOLOGIA DESCRIPTIVA, CENTRO GERONTOLOGICO MEMORY, CANTON DAULE, ECUADOR