Effects of a Multiprofessional Programand Isolated in Improvement of theFunctional Fitness of Elderly

Introduction: The aging process can be understood as a dynamic and natural stage in which there are morphological, functional, biochemical, and psychological changes. Objective: To verify the effect of a multiprofessional program combined with physical exercises in the elderly attended by the Family Health Program. Methods: A randomized clinical trial was performed in 23 participants divided into two groups: G1 (exercises+multiprofessional intervention) and G2 (exercise only). A sociodemographic questionnaire was applied, followed by the Senior Fitness Test, which evaluated the physical fitness of the elderly of both groups. Results: G1 showed significant improvement in the strength indicators of the upper limbs (pre: 16.21 ± 3.40, post: 20.07 ± 3.00), aerobic resistance (pre: 430.14 ± 82.33, post: 483. 86 ± 75.40), agility and dynamic balance (pre: 5.97 ± 0.80, post: 5.20 ± 1.01). G2 showed significant improvements in aerobic resistance indicators (pre: 472.78 ± 104.86, post: 482.56 ± 113.28), agility and dynamic balance (pre: 5.52 ± 0.54, post: 5, 46 ± 0.80). Conclusion: A systematized physical exercise program with multiprofessional or isolated support contributes positively to the improvement of the physical abilities of the elderly.