Maria de Lourdes Oliveira Vilela Garcia
International Halliwick Association, Brazil
Title: Aquatic physiotherapeutic intervention on the balance of healthy elderly
Biography
Biography: Maria de Lourdes Oliveira Vilela Garcia
Abstract
This presentation deals with the fear of falling, which often afflicts the elderly and is related to the reduced functioning of their balance (the visual, vestibular, somatic and sensitive systems). These systems can be influenced by specific aquatic physiotherapeutic methods and can also benefit from immersion. This study aims to identify scientific works which prove the effects of aquatic physiotherapy in improving balance in healthy older people. It concludes that certain methods of aquatic physiotherapy, when adequately applied, are important in promoting a satisfactory response in these people`s balance.