Programa b-learning de actividad física domiciliaria para adultos mayores con déficit funcional en la ciudad de Guayaquil.

Abstract

Functionality in the elderly constitutes a main axis for programs aimed at strengthening active aging, given the increase in difficulties in performing activities of daily living such as loss of strength, coordination and balance. Objective: To demonstrate the benefits of the home physical activity b-learning program for older adults with functional deficits. Methodology: The research approach is quantitative, with an explanatory and preexperimental scope, the instruments used for the evaluation were the clinical history, the Katz Test, the Tinetti Test and the Senior Fitness Test. The sample was 50 patients between 65 and 84 years old. Results: In the initial evaluation it was evidenced that 6% of the population reflected a high risk of falling; 28% medium risk and 66% low risk. While 4% had weakness in the lower body with a poor rating; 40% regular and 56% good. In the upper train, 6% obtained a bad rating; 38% regular and 56% good. In the 2-minute walk, 6% obtained a bad rating; 28% regular and 66% good. After the application of the program; 80% managed to have a lower risk of falling and improve upper and lower body muscle strength and aerobic resistance. Conclusion: The home physical activity blearning program met the criteria referred to in the literature for the prescription of exercise in older adults, improving functional condition and therefore balance and gait.