GERIATRICS

Physical Therapy Modalities for Older Persons

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Physical modality Tissue absorption Action Infrared radiations Superficial Muscle, joint, ulcer Continuous shortwave Deep Muscle, joint Pulsed shortwave Wet, ionic Muscle, nerve, edema, hematoma Laser Superficial vascular Muscle, nerve, tendon,…

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Orthoses in Older Patients

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Fig. 16.1 Upper limb rigid (right) and semirigid static orthoses 16.3 Shoes and Shoe Modifications Falls in older people are often related to footwear. Foot proprioception and plantar sensitivity worsen…

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Exercise for Frail Older Adults

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Fig. 9.1 This figure shows the imbalance between the gravity center and the supporting base in older adults Moreover, flexed posture determines an overload to the lower limbs and to…

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Lymphedema Rehabilitation of the Elderly

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Classification according to etiology [1] Primary (congenital) lymphedema Are based on a genetic developmental disorder of lymphatic vessels and/or lymph nodes (aplasia, atresia, hypoplasia, hyperplasia, lymphangioma). They can occur in…

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The Hand and the Occupational Therapy

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Fig. 13.1 Wrist exercises for flexion-extension (a) and prono-supination (b) with a ball Fig. 13.2 Forearm rotation reinforcement with hammer Fig. 13.3 Bolt screwing Any chosen activity is graded according…

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Pulmonary Rehabilitation in the Elderly

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Assessment Symptom evaluation Quality-of-life measurements Pulmonary function tests Comorbidities and therapy Exercise training Endurance training Interval training Resistance/strength training Flexibility training Upper limb training Inspiratory muscle training Neuromuscular electrical stimulation…

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