7^th International Conference on Physiotherapy & Physical Rehabilitation

Geriatric physical therapists specialize in providing therapy for such conditions in older adults. Among the conditions that may be treated using geriatric physical therapy are osteoporosis, arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, joint replacement, hip replacement Physical therapists evaluate and develop specifically designed, therapeutic exercise programs. Physical therapy intervention can prevent life-long disability, restoring the person's level of functioning to its highest level. A physical therapist uses things such as treatments with modalities, exercises, educational information, and screening programs to accomplish several goals with the person they are working with, such as: ·          Reduce pain ·          Improve sensation, joint proprioception ·          Increase overall fitness through exercise programs ·          Suggest assistive devices to promote independence ·          Recommend adaptations to make the person's home accessible and safe

Arthritis Arthritis is inflammation of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common types ofarthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Treatment might involve: ·          Medications ·          Non-pharmacologic therapies ·          physical or occupational therapy ·          splints or joint assistive aids ·          patient education and support ·          weight loss ·          surgery, including joint replacement Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones wears down over time. Although osteoarthritis can damage any joint, the disorder most commonly affects joints in your hands, knees, hips and spine. Symptoms: ·          swollen joints ·          joint stiffness ·          joint creaking, and ·