Geriatrics Conditions
Physiotherapy in Geriatric Conditions focuses on identifying and treating the unique health challenges faced by older adults. As people age, they often experience Frailty, decreased mobility, strength, balance, and endurance, impaired digestion leading to loss of muscle mass and bone, emotional ,physical and financial dependence as well as chronic conditions that affect their independence and quality of life. Geriatric physiotherapy helps in managing these issues effectively.
Goals of Geriatric Physiotherapy:
- To promote independence
- Enhance mobility and balance
- Prevent risk of fall
- Relieve pain
- Improve posture and flexibility
- Restore functional abilities
- Improve mental health
- Make the patient independent in ADL’s
Conditions Treated:
- Frailty
- Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Parkinson’s disease
- Stroke (Post CVA rehabilitation)
- Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Post-hip/knee replacement rehabilitation
- Balance disorders and fall risk
- Generalized weakness and deconditioning
- Urinary incontinence
- Post Cancer Rehabilitation
