Application Of Kolang Kaling Boiling In Reducing The Scale Of Joint Pain In Elderly With Rheumatoid Arthritis

Application Of Kolang Kaling Boiling

Abstract

Rheumatoid arthritis commonly affects elderly individuals over the age of 60, characterized by joint

inflammation that leads to pain, stiffness, weakness, redness, swelling, and a warm sensation. This

study aims to describe nursing care by applying sugar palm fruit (kolang-kaling) therapy to reduce

joint pain levels in elderly patients with rheumatoid arthritis in Gampong Neusok, Darul Kamal

District, Aceh Besar. The research used a descriptive case study approach involving two elderly

participants selected based on specific criteria. Data collection was conducted through interviews

and observations using the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) and observation sheets. Results showed

that after 7 days of kolang-kaling therapy, pain levels in subject I decreased from 6 to 1, and in

subject II from 6 to 2. These findings indicate that kolang-kaling therapy is effective as a non-

pharmacological intervention for reducing joint pain in elderly individuals with rheumatoid arthritis.