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Treatment
Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Systems
Arguably, the most well-known alternative communication system would be that...
Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)
The use of NMES with functional activity or training is...
Functional Mobility
Disability, or limitation in the ability to carry out basic...
Gait Rehabilitation / Re-education
Walking is something we take for granted but includes not...
Geriatric Rehabilitation
Disability, or limitation in the ability to carry out basic...
Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
Modified barium swallows (MBS) are also known as videofluoroscopy or...
Motor Relearning
The Motor Relearning Programme (MRP) is a treatment approach that...
Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release is a safe and effective hands-on technique that...
Geriatric Rehabilitation
Older Adults and Geriatric Rehabilitation
Disability, or limitation in the ability to carry out basic functional daily activities, becomes increasingly common with advancing age.
The changing demographics of our population due to improvements in healthcare services has also increased life expectancy. The increasing numbers in this population, is often associated with an apparent increase in disability related to musculoskeletal disorders, diabetes, and neurologic disorders, affecting mobility-related activities.
There are numerous factors causing an increase in disability in the older adult population, but a few of the more common causes include:
- Stroke
- Reduced recovery from surgical intervention
- Reduced strength and mobility following hospitalization for a medical condition
- Multiple chronic conditions that compound together and affect independence and wellbeing
- Recovery from a fall
Using a patient centred approach, at RHP care is provided by a multidisciplinary team whose expertise includes helping participants improve their strength, mobility, balance and walking. Therapist shall provide falls prevention education and advice; carer training and certain strategies to manage changes associate with aging.
The emphasis in this area of rehabilitation is to maintain and optimize independence in activities of daily living. The more the family is involved and understand the importance of how to facilitate activity the better. The team supports participants to optimize their function, transition back to their home and community environment and provides training for families and carers. The team can also support the process of placement, should the pre-morbid home environment no longer be appropriate.