The mobilization capacity is an indicator of the level of health of the elderly and their quality of life, since it determines its degree of independence. Immobility can be defined as the decreased ability to perform activities of daily living by deteriorating motor functions.
In aging, changes are given mostly to physiological level. The major physiological changes include decreased muscle mass and the decline of aerobic capacity by a decreasing in cardiac output. Together with the existence of diseases such as arthritis, osteoporosis, or COPD.
The best and main treatment for immobility is prevention, promoting physical activity and exercising the patient will better adapted to his environment, as well as detecting early disabling diseases and associated environmental factors.
I believe that immobility is one of the most common problems in the elderly, and from my point of view, It should not be allowed. It cannot be avoided in all cases, but it is true that it depends largely on our performance as healthcare professionals.
As nurses, we should encourage the elderly to remain more independent, participating in activities according to their abilities. As well as prevent the immobility, this way the elderly will feel more active, and it will be good for his state of mind.
Bibliography
- Torres Haba R, Nieto de Haro MD. Inmovilidad. Tratado de Geriatría para residentes. Madrid: Sociedad española de geriatría y gerontología. 211-216.
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