Enhancing health preventing inactivity is one of W.H.O.’s general purpose1. Inactivity is one of the most common risk factors for non-communicable and chronic diseases2. Currently an Adapted Physical Activity (APA) program for elders with frailty and disability is been conducting in Genoa supported by socio-sanitary decision makers3. An integrated socio-sanitary team manage the APA program. APA philosophy supports an attitude of acceptance of individual differences, promotes innovation and cooperative service delivery and empowerment systems4. The aim of this APA program is to help elderly with frailty and disability not only physically, but also increasing socialization and fostering secondary prevention.
Foster health and active life-style with an Adapted Physical Activity program for elders with frailty and disability in Genoa
Francesca Vitali
2014-01-01
Abstract
Enhancing health preventing inactivity is one of W.H.O.’s general purpose1. Inactivity is one of the most common risk factors for non-communicable and chronic diseases2. Currently an Adapted Physical Activity (APA) program for elders with frailty and disability is been conducting in Genoa supported by socio-sanitary decision makers3. An integrated socio-sanitary team manage the APA program. APA philosophy supports an attitude of acceptance of individual differences, promotes innovation and cooperative service delivery and empowerment systems4. The aim of this APA program is to help elderly with frailty and disability not only physically, but also increasing socialization and fostering secondary prevention.
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