Geriatric Physical Therapy
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This course provides educational information and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or clinical judgment.
Transform your approach to elder care by learning how to design and manage evidence-based physical therapy programs that improve functional independence and quality of life for older adults.
What You Will Learn
- 1 Learn the foundational principles and scope of geriatric physical therapy.
- 2 Understand age-related physiological changes and their impact on mobility.
- 3 Apply comprehensive geriatric assessment tools for functional evaluation.
- 4 Develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines.
- 5 Analyze fall prevention strategies and balance management programs.
- 6 Explore pain management approaches tailored to older adults.
- 7 Understand neurological conditions commonly seen in geriatric PT.
- 8 Examine orthopedic and musculoskeletal considerations in older adults.
- 9 Apply regulatory compliance and quality improvement frameworks.
- 10 Learn interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education techniques.
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