Efectos de los ejercicios de Otago en adultos mayores

ABSTRACT: The research was of a documentary type, which included 35 scientific articles of academic importance; The objective was to analyze the effects of the Otago exercises on older people, considering the contribution of the different authors consulted, the scientific evidence, and the arguments for the use of the technique as part of the physiotherapeutic intervention. The search strategy was based on inclusion and exclusion criteria to identify relevant information on the research variables. The research concludes that the Otago exercises in older adults with disorders of the musculoskeletal system have positive results in this population since they are exercises designed to improve: muscle strength, resistance, balance, coordination, and gait, optimizing thus ambulation in older people and with it improving the quality of life and tending to independence, for this, it is essential to know indications and dosage of the exercises according to the needs of older people. The information presented here supports the use of Otago exercises in older adults, allowing one more source of updated consultation for the public with interest in the care of geriatric patients.

• Autore principale: Yaguachi Buñay, María Dolores (author)
• Natura: bachelorThesis
• Pubblicazione: 2023
• Soggetti: Adultos mayores; Ejercicios de Otago; Fisioterapia; Efectos
• Accesso online: http://dspace.unach.edu.ec/handle/51000/11080