Actividades funcionales para la coordinación motriz del adulto mayor.

Abstract

In the following systematic review study, research on the functional activities offered by occupational therapy to the elderly population was analyzed, where the main objective is to understand how these activities benefit the motor, cognitive and social areas of this population group. The methodology used a descriptive, analytical and explanatory approach, in accordance with the stated objectives; An exhaustive review of scientific articles, clinical cases and reliable websites such as those of the World Health Organization, the United Nations, the National Institute of Census and Statistics and the Ministry of Public Health was also carried out, the search was carried out carried out in databases such as Google Scholar, Elsiever, Scielo, Redalyc and Dialnet. On the other hand, it is relevant for occupational therapists to include functional activities in their therapeutic interventions, since these activities offer various benefits, such as improving independence and functionality in daily tasks; For its effective implementation, it is necessary to consider the appropriate selection of activities, the adaptation ofthe context and the use of personalized programs, in order to contribute to the maintenance and strengthening of fine and gross motor skills in this population, thus promoting active aging. and healthy. It was also evident that the role played by the occupational therapist in geriatric patients is quite fundamental since their comprehensive approach is based on understanding the needs and challenges presented by this population, thus considering not only the physical aspects, but also the cognitive, psychosocial and environmental.