Evaluating the effectiveness of two types of exercises, Field exercise with direct supervision (FEWDS) and remotely exercise (Tele-Exercise) on the quality of life of the elderly man Download PDF

The rate of growth of the elderly population is very high due to lower birth rates and increased health and medical progress, especially in developing countries. in addition, the quality of life at aging has declined for many reasons, including lack of physical activity and exercise, and It is necessary to seek new technology-based solutions in the context of lack of mobility in society, especially for the elderly. The aim of this study was to increase the quality of life in 3 dimensions of objective, subjective and health in the elderly and compare the effectiveness of two types of exercise programs with FEWDS and Tele-Exercise. Materials and Methods: This Semi-experimental study was conducted in 2017 in Isfahan. 60 healthy elderly men, Having the ability to perform sports activities, and doing routine and daily tasks without any dependence on others and without systemic and restrictive diseases, were selected by available sampling method and randomly divided into two experimental (FEWDS and Tele-Exercise) and one control groups. The experimental groups received similar pre-scheduled exercises as training interventions for 8 weeks, 3 sessions per week, and 90 minutes each session. The quality of life of the three groups was evaluated before, after intervention and follow-up through ComQol and EHRQoL questionnaires. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis and their homogeneity and ANOVA for repeated measurements were used to analyze the data. Results: The use of a sports program, both FEWDS and Tele-Exercise, significantly increased the quality of life in all three dimensions of mental, objective and quality of life health, compared to before the exercise program (P>0/001), However, in the same period in the control group, no significant changes were made in their quality of life dimensions. Also, in the follow up phase, both experimental groups showed a significant increase in quality of life compared to the control group(P>0/001). Conclusion: According to the findings of the research, it can be deduced that the use of a regular and continuous exercise program as Tele-exercise can be considered as an alternative to FEWDS exercise programs due to the increase in the quality of life, it should be noted that, tele-exercise training seems to reduce risks and potential damage to the elderly age group was more effective and paved the way for healthy aging and being healthy in this life span.