The Effect of Brain Gym on Cognitive Function Among Elderly Residents in a Nursing Home
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https://doi.org/10.64621/hjns.v2i1.38Keywords:
Brain Gym, Cognitive Function, Nursing Home, Mini Mental State Examination, MMSEAbstract
Background: Cognitive decline is common among older adults and may reduce independence in daily activities. Non-pharmacological interventions such as brain gym exercises are considered potential strategies to maintain cognitive function.
Objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of brain gym on cognitive function among elderly residents at Bhakti Luhur Nursing Home, Sidoarjo.
Methods: A pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design was employed. A total of 36 elderly residents were selected using purposive sampling. Cognitive function was measured using the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE). Data were analyzed using the Paired Sample t-test.
Results: The mean MMSE score increased from 22.00 (moderate cognitive impairment) before the intervention to 23.77 after the intervention. The analysis showed a statistically significant difference between pretest and posttest scores (p < 0.001).
Conclusion: Brain gym was associated with improved cognitive function among elderly residents. Regular implementation of brain gym exercises may support cognitive health in older adults.
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