Old age is recognised in life-span psychology as a developmental period in which changes occur in the psychological, biological and social spheres. The consequences of a decline in mobility are a change in the self-image, the most important structure of a person's personality, and the loss of some previous social roles. All of this results in a decrease in quality of life as well, which is why the rehabilitation of an elderly person should be multifaceted and thus effective in improving their quality of life. The aim of the present study was to assess the level of the sense of quality of life of people over 60 before and after rehabilitation. Forty-three patients (> 60 years of age) were first examined immediately after injury, relatively after surgery, and then after the rehabilitation period, using the following scales: the susceptibility test for effective rehabilitation (J. Tylka), the quality of life test and the Cambell test for the will and passion for life. The results clearly showed that the level of quality of life is significantly higher after rehabilitation, as self-esteem increases, mood improves and motivation to act and achieve life goals improves.
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