Andini Putri Amelia, Bayu Azhar, Sri Yanti, Ulfa Hasana

Penerapan Kompres Air Hangat Daun Kelor Terhadap Nyeri Sendi pada Lansia di Desa Sari Galuh

Introduction

Penerapan kompres air hangat daun kelor terhadap nyeri sendi pada lansia di desa sari galuh. Teliti efektivitas kompres air hangat daun kelor untuk nyeri sendi lansia. Terapi non-farmakologis ini mengurangi nyeri, meningkatkan kualitas hidup lansia.

Abstract

Lansia merupakan kelompok usia yang rentan mengalami berbagai gangguan kesehatan, salah satunya adalah nyeri sendi yang dapat menurunkan kualitas hidup. Penanganan nyeri sendi secara non-farmakologis menjadi pilihan yang penting, salah satunya melalui kompres air hangat daun kelor. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi efektivitas terapi kompres air hangat daun kelor dalam menurunkan tingkat nyeri sendi pada lansia di Desa Sari Galuh, Kecamatan Tapung, Kabupaten Kampar. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain pre-eksperimental one-group pre-posttest. Sebanyak 20 lansia yang mengalami nyeri sendi menjadi subjek intervensi. Intensitas nyeri diukur menggunakan Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) sebelum dan sesudah intervensi. Kompres air hangat daun kelor dilakukan satu kali sehari selama tiga hari berturut-turut. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya penurunan tingkat nyeri pada lansia setelah diberikan intervensi, yang diduga berkaitan dengan kandungan flavonoid pada daun kelor yang bersifat antiinflamasi dan analgesik serta mudah diserap melalui pori-pori kulit. Proses vasodilatasi yang terjadi akibat kompres air hangat membantu memperlancar aliran darah ke area yang nyeri, sehingga distribusi zat aktif daun kelor menjadi lebih optimal dalam menghambat proses inflamasi. Temuan ini memperkuat bukti bahwa kompres air hangat daun kelor efektif sebagai terapi non-farmakologis untuk mengurangi nyeri sendi pada lansia. Terapi ini dapat dijadikan alternatif mandiri dan pelengkap terapi medis konvensional dalam asuhan keperawatan lansia di masyarakat. Diharapkan hasil penelitian ini menjadi rujukan inovasi perawatan non-farmakologis yang mudah diterapkan dan memiliki efek samping minimal.

Review

This study presents an investigation into the effectiveness of warm Moringa (daun kelor) leaf compress as a non-pharmacological approach to mitigate joint pain in the elderly residing in Desa Sari Galuh. Addressing a prevalent health concern that significantly impacts the quality of life among older adults, the research underscores the growing need for accessible and sustainable alternative pain management strategies. The selection of Moringa, known for its traditional medicinal properties, combined with the therapeutic benefits of warm compresses, offers a practical and potentially culturally relevant intervention in community health settings, particularly where conventional medical resources might be less available. The research employed a quantitative pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-posttest approach, enrolling 20 elderly participants experiencing joint pain. Pain intensity was systematically measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) before and after a three-day intervention, which involved daily application of the warm Moringa leaf compress. The central finding indicates a statistically significant reduction in pain levels post-intervention. The authors plausibly explain this outcome by referencing the anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of flavonoids in Moringa leaves, suggesting enhanced absorption through skin pores and improved blood circulation due to the vasodilatory effects of the warm compress, which optimizes the distribution of active compounds. While the study offers promising preliminary evidence for the efficacy of warm Moringa leaf compresses, certain methodological constraints warrant consideration. The lack of a control group in the one-group pre-posttest design makes it difficult to definitively isolate the intervention's specific impact from other potential factors, including the placebo effect or natural pain fluctuations. Furthermore, the relatively small sample size of 20 participants and the short three-day intervention period limit the generalizability and long-term evaluation of the treatment's effectiveness. Future research incorporating a robust design, such as a randomized controlled trial with a larger sample and extended follow-up, would provide more conclusive evidence to establish this accessible and potentially beneficial non-pharmacological intervention in geriatric care.

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