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Effectiveness of Elderly Gymnastics on Blood Pressure of Elderly Patients with Hypertension at the Perumans Arga Makmur Health Center Susanty, Yunita Ery; Zuraida; Silvalia Rahma Pratiwi; Sinta Puji Lestari; Vevbi Apriyani; Yiyin Widia Sari
Jurnal Pengabdian Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Januari-Juni
Publisher : Bengkulu Institute

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58222/jp.v4i1.1277

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Hypertension is a common health issue among the elderly, characterized by blood pressure readings above 140/90 mmHg. Older adults are particularly vulnerable to chronic diseases, including hypertension, which can significantly impact their quality of life. One non-pharmacological intervention to help manage blood pressure in the elderly is senior exercise (senam lansia), a light form of physical activity that is safe and suitable for this age group. This community service program aimed to gradually reduce and stabilize blood pressure in elderly individuals with hypertension through the implementation of senior exercise. The method involved measuring blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer before and after the exercise session, which was led by a professional instructor. The activity was conducted on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Puskesmas Perumnas Arga Makmur. The results showed that senior exercise had a positive effect on the participants’ blood pressure, with no observed increase after the activity. It contributed to improved physical fitness and helped maintain blood pressure stability among hypertensive elderly individuals. Therefore, senior exercise can be considered an effective alternative therapy for managing hypertension in the elderly.
Efforts to Improve Sensory Stimulation in the Elderly Through Therapy Group Activities for the Elderly at the Regional Technical Implementation Unit Tresna Werdha Social Institutions Pagar Dewa Bengkulu Silvalia Rahma Pratiwi; Susanty, Yunita Ery; Zuraida; Niken Pratiwi; Anggel Ghonyyu
Jurnal Pengabdian Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Juli-Desember
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58222/jp.v4i2.1801

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Aging is a natural process that every individual experiences. Generally, someone over 60 years of age is considered elderly. Many changes occur in the body, including changes in sensory function. One way to improve sensory function is through Group Activity Therapy (GAT). The goal of sensory stimulation group activity treatment is to elicit a positive reaction from the patient by engaging all five senses. This community service program aims to improve sensory function in the elderly. The implementation method involves measuring sensory function before and after the GAT activity. This activity took place on August 1, 2025, in the Hall of the UPTD (Residential Unit) of the Pagar Dewa Bengkulu Social Welfare Home. The results showed improved sensory function in the elderly after participating in Group Activity Therapy. Â