Abstract: The main objective of this descriptive article is to present an analysis about the importance of communication
in the intervention among individuals with self - care deficits, especially in the elderly population. Self-care behavior
encompasses domains such as cognitive, physical, emotional and behavioral, if any of these are compromised, it can
translate into a deficit in self-care. Communication, both verbal and non-verbal, becomes a powerful tool at the level of
the established relationship between the patient and the psychomotricist, as this can translate into greater motivation
and a change in attitude, which is as important as a good performance of technical procedures
