Luigi

Name

Luigi

Age

69

Country

Italy

Area

urban

Life course

retired person

Need

Chronic conditions and / or social needs

Connectivity

broadband, smart phone, mobile device, tablet, digital TV
He lives with his wife and two daughters. The house is located in the heart of the center of Naples. Many steps must be climbed to reach it. He worked as an engineer. He is now retired.

Internet usage

Mobile device skills

Affinity to new tech

Digital Health Literacy

Assistance (ICT use)

What's important to Luigi

– frequent falls;
– loss of strength in the lower limbs;
– ambulatory deficit;
– lower limb paresthesia

Health concerns

– fear of fracture

Daily living

– reading books;
– watch documentaries;
– go shopping;
– take care of the housework

Health tests

– isokinetic test
– balance and coordination test
– strength assessment test

Events, issues & personal concerns

Luigi is worried about losing the use of his limbs and not being able to walk anymore

Treatment: medications, therapies, etc.

muscle strengthening exercises
balance exercises
coordination exercises

Own resources & assets / support

Luigi has personal resources that allow him to face treatment

Care professional concerns

none

Needs

Luigi needs support and monitoring of prescribed exercises

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ANTONIO PICONE