Effectiveness of Jacobson’s progressive relaxation technique on anxiety among elderly people of aged 60-70 years in: A narrative review
Sonia Mehta and N Siva
Introduction: Old age is characterized by certain physical and psychological changes and is associated with high level of anxiety. Literature reports that 11% of elderly are suffering from anxiety and anxiety disorders. Progressive muscle relaxation technique is very effective in reducing anxiety. Aim: The aim of this narrative review is to find information on the effectiveness of progressive muscle relaxation technique on anxiety. Methodologyintervention: Jacobson’s progressive muscles relaxation technique. Types of studies: Quasi experimental. Types of participants: Elderly peoples, school adolescents, orthopedics elderly. Setting: Old age homes, school. Outcome: Anxiety, Jacobson’s progressive muscles relaxation technique.
Sonia Mehta, N Siva. Effectiveness of Jacobson’s progressive relaxation technique on anxiety among elderly people of aged 60-70 years in: A narrative review. Int J Adv Res Community Health Nurs 2019;1(1):19-21. DOI: 10.33545/26641658.2019.v1.i1a.8