Analysis of Exercise Therapy in Elderly Users of Contemporary Wellness Line Dance Towards Improving Knee Joint Movement Function

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effect of exercise therapy on knee joint function in elderly users of contemporary wellness training (line dancing). The analysis was conducted on pre-elderly elderly individuals aged 45-59 who actively participated in Line Dance training at Lippo Plaza Yogyakarta. This study used a descriptive quantitative method with 19 elderly users of contemporary wellness training (line dancing). Data collection was conducted through observation, documentation, and Range of Motion (ROM) measurements using a goniometer over eight sessions. The research instrument used a measuring tool with proven validity and reliability. The data analysis technique used SPSS software version 27 with data normality testing using Shapiro-Wilk. The results of the study indicate that: (1) The implementation of Line Dance has fulfilled the structured training components and is in accordance with the physical needs of the elderly; (2) Line Dance has contributed positively to improving the function of knee joint movement in the elderly. This is shown through changes in the Range of Motion (ROM) of the knee joint gradually in the flexion movement increasing by 12.43º and extension decreasing by 8.4º during eight meetings; (3) Contemporary wellness Line Dance can be a form of contemporary wellness-based exercise therapy carried out with light-moderate intensity (50% - 70%) with a duration of 60-90 minutes and carried out with a frequency of 2-3 times in 1 week. Thus, it can be concluded that Line Dance can be an exercise therapy to improve the function of knee joint movement.