Background/Aim: The elderly population were most exposed to lockdowns worldwide. Lockdown causes many disorders in people's daily routines, and the elderly suffer the most from these disorders. Our aim is to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 epidemic, which we do not know how long will last, on the psychological status and quality of life (QOL) of the elderly population. Methods: A total of 226 male and female volunteers over the age of 65 years and with a score above 21 in the Minimental test were included in this cross-sectional study. QOL scale SF-36 and Geriatrics Depression Scale were performed to the participants. Results: One hundred and twenty-five (55.3%) of the participants were male, 101 (44.7%) were female, and the mean age was 69.2 (4.4) years. A significant decrease was observed in all SF-36 QOL subscale scores during the pandemic compared to before (P<0.001). Compared to those not diagnosed with COVID-19, physical functioning, role limitations due to emotional problems and physical health, general health, and pain scores were decreased significantly among those diagnosed with COVID-19 (P<0.05 for all). In 67 of the 226 cases (29.6%), deterioration was observed in their health status in terms of depression during the pandemic compared to before (P<0.001). Conclusion:The pandemic should not be dealt with medical treatment only, but precautions should be taken to increase the QOL. For this, the factors that determine the QOL are important. Telemedicine should be widely used in the elderly, social and physical activity should be increased, and videoconferences should be made.

ABS TRACT Axillary web syndrome (AWS) is characterized by a web of fibrotic vein and lymphatic tissue cords in the axillar, shoulder pain and reduced range of motion (ROM). Cases of idiopathic AWS have rarely been reported in the literature; to the best of our knowledge, the case described here is the third. A 29-year-old male presented with left sided shoulder pain and reduced ROM and cords in the axilla. A diagnosis of idiopathic AWS was made using diagnostic ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging and treated using shoulder and arm ROM and strengthening exercises, stretching of shoulder flexors and abductors and cord myofascial release. Physical modalities included infrared, therapeutic ultrasound and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. The patient's shoulder pain, reduced ROM and cords resolved with treatment. A diagnosis of AWS should be considered in patients with shoulder pain and reduced ROM, a detailed shoulder examination is essential. The first line treatment for AWS is yet to be determined; this will ensure its timely management and so avoid the development of chronic shoulder disability.

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