Evaluación de la condición funcional de adultos mayores independientes que asisten al Centro Gerontológico Dr. Arsenio De la Torre Marcillo.

Abstract

The study focused on evaluating the functional condition of independent older adults at the Dr. Arsenio De la Torre Marcillo Gerontological Center. A descriptive and quantitative approach was used, collecting statistical data through instruments such as documentary review, clinical history, Tinetti Test and Get up and go Test. The sample consisted of 62 older adults who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The results revealed that, on the Tinetti scale, 23% presented a moderate level of balance and gait, 76% a mild level indicating good control, and 2% a severe level. In the "get up and go" test, 10% had moderate difficulties, 89% showed adequate control, and 2% had severe difficulties. It was concluded that people with chronic diseases such as hypertension (42%), diabetes (15%), and hypothyroidism (11%) were more likely to experience limited functional status. The statistical significance (P value of 0.001) between the two tests supported the diagnosis "Mild", which highlights the statistically significant relationship between diagnoses and observed differences. An intervention focused on the promotion and prevention of health in primary care is proposed, through a plan of therapeutic exercises, allowing this group of independent elderly people to maintain the functional condition. Keywords: