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Ambulation of the institutionalized elderly.

R E Stelle, J Mills

    American Family Physician
    |September 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    Regular ambulation offers significant emotional and physiological benefits for elderly patients. This cost-effective intervention improves their desire to live when implemented in motivated institutional settings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatrics
    • Physical Therapy
    • Patient Well-being

    Background:

    • Elderly patients often experience reduced mobility and quality of life.
    • Cost-effective interventions are crucial in geriatric care.
    • Promoting patient desire to live is a key healthcare goal.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the feasibility and benefits of regular ambulation for elderly patients in institutional settings.
    • To highlight the positive impact of physical activity on geriatric patients' mental and physical health.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of regular ambulation programs for elderly patients.
    • Assessment of patient motivation and personnel availability in institutional settings.
    • Evaluation of cost-effectiveness and patient outcomes.

    Main Results:

    • Regular ambulation is achievable with relative ease in motivated institutional environments.
    • The practice demonstrates unmatched cost-effectiveness.
    • Ambulation positively influences elderly patients' desire to live, offering emotional and physiological benefits.

    Conclusions:

    • Regular ambulation is a highly beneficial and cost-effective intervention for elderly patients.
    • Fostering motivation and ensuring personnel availability are key to successful implementation.
    • Physical activity significantly enhances geriatric patient well-being and vitality.

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