Enhancing the Capacity of Elderly Caregivers in Implementing Foot Exercise as Complementary Therapy for Elderly Patients with Diabetes Mellitus
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https://doi.org/10.35568/abdimas.v9i1.7371Keywords:
Elderly Caregivers, Foot Exercise, Health Education, Diabetes Management, Complementary TherapyAbstract
The elderly population is susceptible to various physiological changes as a natural consequence of the aging process. One of the most prevalent health conditions among this demographic is diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic disorder whose incidence increases with advancing age. The Griya Lansia Karawang Service Unit in West Java is a facility providing healthcare services for the elderly. Within this unit, diabetes mellitus represents the most commonly diagnosed condition, influenced by factors including unhealthy dietary patterns, reduced physical activity, family history, and age-related physiological changes. A frequent complication among diabetic patients involves foot-related problems, known as diabetic foot. Management strategies for diabetes include health education, diabetes management, and the implementation of complementary therapies, including foot exercises beneficial for maintaining foot health and preventing complications. This community service initiative focuses on empowering elderly caregivers in implementing diabetic foot exercises at the Griya Lansia Karawang Service Unit.The implementation method consisted of lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. Six elderly caregivers participated in this study through a series of activities including meetings with service unit staff and caregivers, preparation of equipment and materials, counseling implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and administration of pre-test and post-test assessments. Results indicated an 85% increase in knowledge scores between pre- and post-training assessments. Following this activity, caregivers are expected to integrate diabetic foot exercises as a routine component of elderly care. The community service activities at the Griya Lansia Service Unit proceeded smoothly without significant obstacles, with the facility providing support by accommodating the use of their hall for activities.
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