Journal of Sports Nursing, Medical, And Health (JSNMH)
Vol 2 No 02 (2026): Journal of Sports Nursing, Medical, And Health

Association Between Activities of Daily Living and Sleep Quality Among Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study

Anggi Nur Maya Sari (Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Institut Ilmu Kesehatan Nahdlatul Ulama Tuban, Indonesia)
Lukman Hakim (Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Institut Ilmu Kesehatan Nahdlatul Ulama Tuban, Indonesia)
Miftahul Munir (Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Institut Ilmu Kesehatan Nahdlatul Ulama Tuban, Indonesia)
Tiara Putri Ryandini (Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Institut Ilmu Kesehatan Nahdlatul Ulama Tuban, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jul 2026

Abstract

Background: Aging is accompanied by progressive physiological decline that reduces older adults' functional capacity and independence in performing activities of daily living (ADL). Limitations in basic activities, such as walking, dressing, bathing, and transferring, may increase physical discomfort, dependence on others, and psychological distress, which can ultimately impair sleep quality. Aims: This study aimed to examine the relationship between activities of daily living and sleep quality among older adults in Lajo Lor Village, Singgahan District. Methods: A quantitative study with a non-experimental correlational design and cross-sectional approach was conducted among older adults in Lajo Lor Village. The study population consisted of 109 older adults, of whom 86 participants were selected using probability sampling with a simple random sampling technique. ADL independence was assessed using the Katz Index, while sleep quality was measured using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Data were analyzed using Spearman's rank correlation test with a significance level of α = 0.05. Results: The analysis demonstrated a statistically significant relationship between activities of daily living and sleep quality (p < 0.001), with a very strong positive correlation (r = 0.871). Older adults who were more independent in performing daily activities tended to report better sleep quality. These findings indicate that maintaining functional independence may contribute to healthier sleep patterns, possibly through increased physical activity and reduced functional dependence. Conclusions: Activities of daily living are strongly associated with sleep quality among older adults. Greater independence in ADL is linked to better sleep quality, emphasizing the importance of interventions aimed at maintaining or improving functional independence to promote healthy sleep and enhance overall well-being in the aging population.

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sportnursmedhealth

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Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Nursing Public Health

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Journal of Sports Nursing, Medical, And Health (JSNMH) covers all aspects of sports nursing and sports science, including sports injury management; all clinical aspects related to sports and sports health; sports physiology and biophysical investigations related to sports performance; sports ...