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Enfermería universitaria
versión On-line ISSN 2395-8421versión impresa ISSN 1665-7063
Resumen
DURAN-BADILLO, T. et al. Gait capacity and functional dependency among older adults with vision disturbances. Enferm. univ [online]. 2019, vol.16, n.3, pp.294-302. Epub 11-Feb-2020. ISSN 2395-8421. https://doi.org/10.22201/eneo.23958421e.2019.3.691.
Introduction
Disturbances in the visual function of the elderly can lead to gait changes which can have an impact on their autonomy, leading to the need of appliances and help of other persons in order for them to adequately perform their daily activities.
Objective
To gain understanding on the relationship between gait capacity and functional dependence among older adults with vision disturbances.
Materials and Methods
This is a descriptive and correlational study on a sample of 94 older adults with vision disturbances. The gait was measured using the GAITRite System. The functional status in terms of Activities of Daily Living (ADL), and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) were estimated using the Barthel, and the Lawton & Brody scales respectively.
Results
The gait capacity and functional dependence showed a positive relationship in terms of velocity (p = 0.000) and steps (p = 0.000) regarding the ADL; and in terms of velocity (p = 0.000), cadence (p = 0.023), and steps (p = 0.000) regarding the IADL. A negative relationship between step amplitude (p = 0.012) and IADL was also found.
Conclusion
From the primary healthcare point of view, accurate gait assessments on the older adults with vision disturbances will allow the development of programs and interventions aimed at preserving the independence, reducing the morbidity rates and costs, and contributing to maintain a better quality of life among older adults.
Palabras llave : Aged; visual acuity; gait; activities of daily life; Mexico.