Yaşlılarda alt ekstremite kas gücünün denge, fonksiyonel kapasite, kinezyofobi ve yaşam kalitesine etkisi / The effect of lower extremity muscle strenght on balance, functional capacity, kinesiophobia and quality of life in elderly

Abstract

The study was conducted to research the effect of lower extremity muscle strenght on balance, functional capacity, kinesiophobia and quality of life in elderly individuals. 42 individuals (the average age: 72,0±7,0 year) who are 65 and over and whose mini mental test score ≥ 24 in the nursing homes affiliated to the Ministry of Family and Social Policy were taken prospectively. Individuals’ pain level (Visüel Analog Scale), lower extremity muscle strenght (Manual Muscle Test), flexibility levels (Sit and Reach Test, trunk extension, trunk lateral flexion), lower extremity muscle strengt and endurance (Sit and Stand Test), static balance levels (Single Leg Stance Test), dynamic balance levels (Timed Up and Go), functional capacities (6 Minutes Walking Test), fear of movement (Tampa Kinesiophobia Scale) and quality of life (Nottingham Health Profile) were evaluated. SPSS Windows version 24.0 package program was used for statistical analysis. There was a significant relationship between the lower extremity muscle strengt and VAS pain score, flexibility levels especially trunk lateral flexion, sit to stand test score, balance levels, functional capacities, kinesiophobia levels and the quality of life (p<0,05). It was determined that the individuals with better muscle endurance have better flexibility of trunk lateral flexion, balance, functional capacity and quality of life and less fear of movement (p<0,05). It was detected that the individuals with better dynamic balance have better flexibility, balance, muscle endurance, functional capacity, have less fear of movement (p<0,05). It was found that the individuals with less fear of movement have better trunk lateral flexion, balance muscle endurance, functional capacity and quality of life (p<0,05). It was determined that the individuals with better functional capacity have better flexibility, balance, muscle endurance and quality of life, have less fear of movement