Dança: enquanto ferramenta de qualidade de vida na terceira idade

Abstract

Dance as a tool for quality of life in old age is a very relevant topic, as the numerous benefits offered by the practice to the elderly during the aging process are visible. Therefore, it is possible to outline the main guiding question of the work, emphasizing how the benefits can be obtained by elderly people who practice dance routinely, and how to maintain them, thus guaranteeing a better quality of life. Main goal: to analyze dance as a tool for social, physical and motor aspects and its relationship with quality of life in elderly people. Method/Methodology: Describe the studies presented by authors through the bibliographic review. Results: The results obtained by practicing dance in the elderly are remarkable, they are punctuated and specific. Some studies refer to dance as a perfect alternative to adapt changes that characterize aging, bringing vitality, quality of life and social interaction to the elderly. Many still refer to dance as a fun way to practice exercises, not just exercising the body but also the mind and soul. Final Considerations: Dance provides elderly people with benefits such as: recovery of self-esteem, improvement of motor capacity, cognitive performance, reinforcement of memory, attention and concentration, also providing social contact. In addition, dance can contribute to cases of anxiety and social isolation. Keeping the elderly always in a state of alert, improving motor coordination, mainly avoiding falls, which are very common for serious injuries to bones that are already weak. Key words: Dance; third Age; quality of life and health.