Jurnal Lintas Keperawatan · Oct 21, 2026
Evaluation of the Implementation of the Otago Home Exercise Program in Relation to Fall Risk in Community-Dwelling Older Adults After Stroke
By Sukrillah UA, Prasetyo H, Riyadi S et al.
BACKGROUND: Older adults after stroke often experience impaired balance, muscle weakness, and reduced mobility, which can increase fall risk. Falls in older adults can cause serious injuries, reduced independence, and decreased quality of life. One approach to fall prevention is structured physical exercise, such as the Otago Home Exercise Program (OHEP). This program consists of home-based exercises designed to improve lower extremity muscle strength, balance, and mobility in older adults. METHODS: This study used a descriptive design with an evaluative approach. The study population consisted of community-dwelling older adults after stroke. The sample was selected using convenience sampling according to the inclusion criteria. The study variables included OHEP implementation and fall risk in older adults after stroke. Data were collected using the Morse Fall Scale (MFS) to assess fall risk levels before and after exercise implementation. Data were analyzed descriptively by comparing fall risk scores before and after the intervention. RESULTS: The study results showed a decrease in fall risk scores after older adults participated regularly in OHEP exercises. CONCLUSIONS: OHEP implementation can improve balance and muscle strength and is therefore effective in reducing fall risk in community-dwelling older adults after stroke.