Evaluation of Foot Care Programs for the Prevention of Long-term Home Care in the Elderly:

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  • 在宅高齢者の介護予防に向けたフットケアプログラムの評価
  • Verification of Efficacy and Validity for People Aged 75 and Over
  • ～後期高齢者に対する効果および妥当性の検証～

Abstract

<p>Objective: This study aimed to verify the efficacy and validity of foot care programs in elderly facilities. Methods: We requested the assistance of three staff members at elderly facilities with a foot care program. Results: There were five male and nine female subjects. Before-and-after comparisons after the intervention of the foot care programs revealed the following results: 1) Blood circulation–related problems such as “coldness” in feet and “hanging” feet improved, while calluses, keratinization, and skin peeling disappeared. 2) Tactile sensation on the soles of the feet was significantly reduced at five thresholds (p‹.05). 3) The skin surface temperature decreased for both feet. 4) The subjects could stand longer on one leg with their eyes open (p‹.05) and their scores on the Functional Reach Test increased significantly (p‹.01). 5) The maximum speed when walking 10 m increased (p‹.05) and the time taken on the Time Up and Go Test decreased significantly (p‹.01). 6) Toe grasp power improved significantly in both feet (p‹.05). Conclusions: Although the interventions were performed by assistants with different occupations, the programs were judged as appropriate since the outcomes (the progress and effect of care) were the same.</p>

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  • CRID
    1390856760328454144
  • DOI
    10.15065/jjsnr.20210724170
  • ISSN
    21896100
    21883599
  • Text Lang
    ja
  • Data Source
    • JaLC
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