What Types of Activities are Suitable for Different Patient Groups?
The type of activities recommended depends on the patient's condition, age, and mobility. Here are some general guidelines:
- Elderly Patients: Low-impact exercises such as walking, tai chi, and chair exercises. - Post-Surgical Patients: Gradual mobility exercises, starting with light walking and gradually increasing intensity. - Patients with Chronic Illnesses: Activities tailored to their condition, such as swimming for arthritis patients or supervised aerobic exercises for those with cardiovascular diseases. - Bedridden Patients: Passive range-of-motion exercises to prevent joint stiffness and muscle atrophy.
