Programa de actividad física moderada en centro de salud del Cantón El Tambo en adultos mayores hipertensos y diabéticos para prevenir complicaciones cardiovasculares

Abstract

Physical activity has an essential role in the elderly’s life quality. Let me explain the following reasons. This activity supports to prevent some diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Moreover, it helps to be in a good mood and forgets bad memories. Finally, trough physical activities elderlies can get stronger and better movements in their bodies' muscles which are the most important benefit. This research was carried out with the intention to determine the effectiveness of physical activities in aged people in order comprised of 25 elderlies. They are from both genders and belonging to Health Center which is located in the “Canton el Tambo.” Their ages range between 60- 70 years. Through this program, the researcher got significant results which will be detailed later. In conclusion, one can say that the elderly can have a better quality of life via a constant and controlled practice of physical activity