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Stretching Exercises Can Improve Elderly Independence in Self-Care as a Preventive Measure Against Osteoarthritis Ikrima Rahmasari; Kresna Agung Yudhianto; Hani Risnawati
JOURNAL OF PHILANTHROPY: The Journal of Community Service Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Philanthropy, July 2026
Publisher : Samodra Ilmu: Lembaga Penelitian, Penerbitan, dan Jurnal Ilmiah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58353/jop.v4i2.386

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Older adults represent the final stage of human development across the life cycle. In older adults, the musculoskeletal system undergoes several changes, including changes in connective tissues (collagen and elastin), decreased cartilage function, reduced bone density, changes in muscle structure, and decreased joint elasticity. Loss of cartilage flexibility, bone hypertrophy, and thickening of the joint capsule can trigger various joint disorders. One of the most common musculoskeletal disorders found in older adults is osteoarthritis. The management of osteoarthritis is an ongoing treatment process that requires the involvement of nurses, including the implementation of stretching exercises. A stretching exercise is an activity that involves stretching the muscles to improve muscle flexibility and increase the range of motion of the joints. The purpose of this community service activity was to provide education on the topic of understanding osteoarthritis and to teach stretching exercises to older adults as an effort to promote a healthy elderly population and prevent osteoarthritis. The method used involves systematic stages and steps, including the solution implementation stage, which consists of socialization and initial data collection, and the implementation of community service. In this stage, the service team provides training on stretching exercises using a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) that has been registered for Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). The second stage involves engaging partners in the activities, and the final stage evaluates the implementation and sustainability of the activities The community service activity was conducted in Cemani Village, RT 03/RW 10, Surakarta, with the active participation of 38 local residents. The results of the activity showed an improvement in participants’ knowledge, as demonstrated by a significant increase in the pre-test and post-test scores. Before the educational session, the majority of participants had a moderate level of knowledge (37%). Following the post-test, the majority of participants demonstrated a good level of knowledge (84%). Meanwhile, participants’ understanding of stretching exercises was evaluated based on their ability to perform the exercises independently after receiving the training.
Prototype Sistem Penilaian Kinerja Karyawan Berbasis Web dengan Metode Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scale (BARS) untuk Peningkatan Objektivitas dan Transparansi Marta Ardiyanto; Ridwan Dwi Irawan; Kresna Agung Yudhianto
Jurnal Informatika Dan Tekonologi Komputer (JITEK) Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): November : Jurnal Informatika dan Tekonologi Komputer
Publisher : Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55606/jitek.v5i3.8333

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This study develops a web-based employee performance evaluation prototype using the Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scale (BARS) method in higher education institutions. The system reduces evaluator subjectivity through behavior-specific indicators and weighted scoring. Rapid Application Development (RAD) was applied, supported by continuous stakeholder feedback. Reliability testing of the questionnaire showed a Cronbach’s Alpha of 0.850, indicating strong consistency. Core features include behavior indicator management, evaluation visualization, and weighted score calculation. Findings show the system enhances objectivity, transparency, and accountability in performance appraisal.
Pengaruh Modifikasi Brain Gym Ritmik Terhadap Fungsi Kognitif Dan Kualitas Hidup Pada Lansia Di Panti Sosial Tresna Werdha Surakarta Ratih Ayu Wulan Januri; Musta'in; Kresna Agung Yudhianto
Borneo Nursing Journal (BNJ) Vol. 8 No. 2b (2026)
Publisher : Akademi Keperawatan Yarsi Samarinda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61878/bnj.v8i2b.1545

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Penurunan fungsi kognitif merupakan masalah kesehatan serius pada lansia yang dapat menurunkan kemandirian dan kualitas hidup. Data menunjukkan 10,34% lansia di Provinsi Jawa Tengah mengalami hambatan mengingat dan berkonsentrasi, sehingga stimulasi kognitif menjadi salah satu upaya penting yang perlu terus dikembangkan bagi lansia di Panti Sosial. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh modifikasi Brain Gym ritmik terhadap fungsi kognitif dan kualitas hidup lansia di Panti Sosial Tresna Werdha Surakarta. Penelitian menggunakan desain Quasi-Eksperimental dengan rancangan One Group Pre Test Post Test. Sampel berjumlah 30 lansia dipilih menggunakan tekhnik purposive sampling dengan kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi tertentu. Fungsi kognitif diukur menggunakan instrumen Mini-Mental Examination (MMSE), sedangkan kualitas hidup diukur menggunakan kuisioner WHOQOL-OLD. Intervensi diberikan selama Sembilan sesi dalam tiga minggu. Analisa data dilakukan melalui uji normalitas Shapiro-Wilk yang menunjukkan data berdistribusi normal, dilanjutkan dengan uji parametrik Paired Sample T-Test. Penelitian ini menunjukkan peningkatan kognitif dan kualitas hidup lansia setelah diberikan intervensi. Rata-rata skor fungsi kognitif meningkat dari 21,80 menjadi 25,50 (p=0,001). dan rata-rata skor kualitas hidup meningkat 57,50 menajadi 63,83 (p=0,001). Nilai signifikansi p<0,05 pada kedua variabel membuktikan bahwa peningkatan tersebut bermakna secara statistic, modifikasi Brain Gym ritmik yang mengintegrasikan elemen musik, meja, dan kertas terbukti efektif menstimulasi fungsi kognitif sekaligus meningkatkan interkasi sosial dan kesejahteraan emosional lansia. Modifikasi Brain Gym ritmik berpengaruh signifikan terhadap fungsi kognitif dan kualitas hidup lansia. Intervensi ini dapat diimplementasikan sebagai program stimulasi kognitif nonfarmakologis yang aman, mudah, dan menyenangkan di Panti Sosial guna meningkatkan kemandirian serta kesejahteraan lansia secara berkelanjutan. Kata Kunci : Brain Gym Ritmik, Fungsi Kognitif; Kualitas Hidup, Lansia.