Traditional dance “Molong Kopi” for maintaining of health status among older adults in long-term care of Indonesia

Abstract

Purpose This study examined the influence of traditional dance “Molong Kopi” for maintaining health status of older adult (OA) in long-term care of Indonesia. Design/methodology/approach A randomized control trial study conducted 21 of OA intervention group and 20 of OA control group. Molong Kopi dance intervention was carried out for eight weeks. Health status was measured on blood pressure, risk for fall, balance and quality of sleep of OA. Findings There was a significant differences between the intervention group and the control group on systole blood pressure, fall risk and sleep quality (p < 0.05). The number of OA who were not at risk for fall after the intervention were increased from 14 to 38%. The quality of sleep of OA was also changed to good sleep quality from 43 to 90%. Originality/value Molong Kopi dance in OA can reduce systolic blood pressure, reduce the risk of falls and improve sleep quality better.