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EXERCISE STRETCHING AS AN INTERVENTION TO PREVENT BACK PAIN IN HOME INDUSTRY SHOES KAB. GARUT: A CASE REPORT Akmal Sybromiilsy; Dadang Purnama; Adelse Prima Mulya; Witdiawati
Indonesian Journal of Community Health Nursing Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): FEBRUARY 2025
Publisher : Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijchn.v10i1.49415

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Introduction: Working positions that are not in accordance with the principles of body ergonomics will cause work-related illnesses, namely complaints of back pain. Risk factors that can trigger discomfort in the back area include age, body mass index, length of work, type of work chair, sitting position, and physical activity performed. Stretching exercises can increase muscle blood circulation causing spasm and reduced ischemia so that the metabolism of materials needed by the body becomes well dispersed and processes the elimination of waste materials that are not needed by the body more efficiently The purpose of this study is to increase knowledge about how to deal with back pain in workers. Method: This type of research used a qualitative study method with a total sample of 8 male workers, all workers did not know about ergonomic positions and there were 6 workers who experienced complaints of back pain. Result:Actions that can be used to increase knowledge and reduce pain levels in workers withproviding health education on ergonomic positions and stretching exercises. Conclusion:Based on these actions, workers already know and understand about ergonomic positions that can be applied in the workplace and after doing 12 stretching exercises the workers stated that being more relaxed and comfortable between work, the felt back pain also reduced, to a scale of 2 . Keywords: Back Pain, Stretching Exercises, Worker
Implementation of Reminiscence Therapy for The Elderly at Nursing Home Witdiawati; Dadang Purnama; Tri Sutrisno
ABDIMAS: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): ABDIMAS UMTAS: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Muhammadiyah Tasikmalaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35568/abdimas.v8i1.5782

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As people age, there are several declines in the physiological and psychological functions of the elderly. Where one of them is a decline in cognitive function. Cognitive decline not only affects social life but also the quality of life of the elderly. Reminiscence therapy is one way to help the elderly prevent cognitive decline and dementia. The purpose of this activity is to help the elderly improve their cognitive abilities through activities that can stimulate memory. Method The application of reminiscence therapy with a group approach strategy. The intervention of playing music (singing) and watching movies became the media choices that the team used as reminiscence therapy. The reminiscence therapy activities begin with the identification of the cognitive functions of the elderly participants. The first session of reminiscence therapy is an introduction and singing nostalgic songs. The second session continued with watching movies a Garut historical and historical film of independence. The evaluation session is conducted after each activity session. The results of the activity showed that all the elderly participants were able to recount the historical events depicted in the movies. Reminiscence therapy has proven to be able to evoke the elderly's memories of past events. It is recommended to continue reminiscence therapy activities regularly in a nursing home.
Balanced Nutrition Intake for Toddlers with the Use of Local Food as Stunting Prevention Purnama, Dadang; Witdiawati; Zaenal Muttaqin
ABDIMAS: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): ABDIMAS UMTAS: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Muhammadiyah Tasikmalaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35568/abdimas.v8i1.5880

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Stunting is one of the main health problems in Indonesia, with a high prevalence, especially in rural areas. Stunting can hinder children's physical growth and cognitive development, which has implications for their health. Factors such as maternal education level, family income level, and feeding practices in toddlers are known to have a significant relationship with the incidence of stunting. Therefore, this service activity is carried out to increase the knowledge of mothers under five related to balanced nutrition based on local food as stunting prevention. The method used in the service is counseling and demonstration of making additional food for toddlers with the use of local food ingredients of moringa leaves. The participants of the activity were 21 mothers who have children under five and 7 pregnant women who are in 2 RWs in Sukamentri Village, Garut Kota District, Garut Regency. Result. There was an increase in the knowledge of mothers who have children under five related to balanced nutrition from local food sources with an average pre-test score of 65.8 to 82.3 for the average post-test score. Therefore, this activity was carried out to increase knowledge related to balanced nutrition in toddlers based on local food as stunting prevention in the form of feeding practices for toddlers with stunting incidents in Sukamentri Village, Garut Kota District, Garut Regency.