Abstract
Dementia syndrome is an important psychosocial and public health problem with important societal impact. The causal therapy is not available and therefore methods of dementia management are of growing importance..
Methods and experience: The article presents experience with psychomotor therapy of patients with dementia in the Centre of Gerontology - day care unit for patients with dementia. Discussion: Principles and basic measures of psychomotor therapy in the care of patients with dementia are discussed as well as other possibilities of implementation of movement in therapy and life of patients with dementia.
Conclusion: Physical activity is an important component in the management of dementia. Implementation of movement should be based on individual needs of persons with dementia and on their abilities.
Individualization and regular training have been pointed out as important principles in care and implementation of physical activity. Other physical activities could be included in the daily programme as well, e.g. different sports and other movements if appropriate to the status of patients and advancement of dementia syndrome.
Regular structured physical activities should be a regular part of the daily programme in the care of patients with dementia.