APPLICATION OF WARM GINGER COMPRESS THERAPY ON JOINT PAIN LEVELS AMONG OLDER ADULTS IN GUWOSARI VILLAGE, RT 02/RW 27, JEBRES, SURAKARTA CITY

Annisa Cinta Kalista; Mulyaningsih Mulyaningsih; Nur Haryani

doi:10.62567/micjo.v3i3.2991

Authors

Annisa Cinta Kalista Aisyiyah University of Surakarta
Mulyaningsih Aisyiyah University of Surakarta
Nur Haryani The Health Office of Surakarta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62567/micjo.v3i3.2991

Keywords:

Warm Ginger Compress, Older Adults, Joint Pain, Non-Pharmacological Therapy

Abstract

Background: Joint pain is a common health problem experienced by older adults due to degenerative processes in the musculoskeletal system. This condition can cause limitations in daily activities and decrease quality of life. One non-pharmacological therapy that can be used to reduce joint pain is a warm ginger compress because it has anti-inflammatory effects and provides warmth to the painful area. Objective: To determine the effect of warm ginger compress therapy on reducing joint pain levels in older adults. Methods: This study used a descriptive case study design involving two older adults with joint pain in Kampung Guwosari, RT 02/RW 27, Jebres, Surakarta. The intervention was conducted for 3 consecutive days, once daily for 15–20 minutes. Pain levels were measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). Results: Respondent 1 experienced a decrease in pain scale from 7 to 4, while Respondent 2 experienced a decrease from 4 to 2 after receiving warm ginger compress therapy for 3 days. Conclusion: Warm ginger compress therapy can help reduce joint pain levels in older adults and can be used as a simple, safe, and affordable non-pharmacological therapy.

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