Analysis of the relationship between physical activity and cognitive function among elderly residents in nursing homes

Afrahatul Muslimah, Musrifatul Uliyah, Martini Sri W and Abdul Aziz Alimul Hidayat *

Department of Nursing, University Muhammadiyah of Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia.
 
Research Article
International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 13(02), 3306-3311.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.2.2569
Publication history: 
Received on 12 November 2024; revised on 21 December 2024; accepted on 23 December 2024
 
Abstract: 
This study aims to analyze the relationship between physical activity and cognitive function in elderly residents at a nursing home in Surabaya. The research employed a cross-sectional design with a sample of 76 respondents selected randomly. Physical activity was measured using the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE), while cognitive function was assessed using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). The results indicated that the majority of respondents had moderate levels of physical activity (55%) and cognitive function (45%). Spearman Rank correlation analysis revealed a significant relationship between physical activity and cognitive function (p = 0.003). This relationship suggests that increased physical activity is associated with improved cognitive function in the elderly. These findings underscore the importance of implementing structured physical activity programs as a non-pharmacological approach to maintaining cognitive health and enhancing the quality of life among the elderly.
 
Keywords: 
Physical Activity; Cognitive Function; Elderly; Cognitive Decline
 
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