Senior Rehab Project - Physical Therapy | Rehabilitation | Geriatrics

Join Macy Bolt as she unpacks reactive balance training and how to push your patients to improve their balance! https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13195790 If you found this content helpful, go to https://PTonICE.com to check out our collection of Free Resources like the MMOA Digest our Bi-Weekly Research Email that goes out to thousands of clinicians.

Join Kay Mayordomo, PT, DPT (@kaym23) as she reviews a study on predictors of emergency preparedness among older adults and how rehab providers can help. If you found this content helpful, go to https://PTonICE.com to check out our collection of Free Resources like the MMOA Digest our Bi-Weekly Research Email that goes out to thousands of clinicians.

Best Practices in a Worst Case scenario   This week @sbship8_dpt interviews @cblanken31 who is a firefighter/EMT about best practices when CPR is required and how to handle more complex situations. Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

Join @jmusgravePT as he discusses a recent international scoping review of different types of exercise modalities and their impact on improving cognition in those with Mild Cognitive Impairment!  Dig in here: DOI: 10.7759/cureus.80895 *If you want more helpful content to better serve older adults, sign up for our MMOA Digest = Free Bi-Weekly Email packed with helpful links, posts, & research relevant to your work. Link In Bio or PTonICE.com **Looking for CEU’s & courses that will change your practice? Check out our MMOA Course Offerings (Online & Live) Link In Bio or PTonICE.com #physicaltherapy #geript #homehealthpt #pt #dpt #dptstudent #physiotherapy #physicaltherapist #physiotherapist #physicaltherapystudent #newgradpt #physiotherapystudent #physicaltherapyassistant #physicaltherapyassistantstudent #geript #geriot #OTs #OTA #occupationaltherapist #ottreatmentideas #otstudent #otastudent #occupationaltherapyassistant #oldnotweak #ptonice #icetrained  

Are stimulating foot orthoses all hype or actually helpful for balance? Join @dustinjones.dpt as he discusses what you need to know about this new study looking at the impact of stimulating foot orthoses on balance in older adults. Referenced article (closed-access): https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2025.03.016 ----- Check out more info from the Older Adult Division and our Certification at https://PTonICE.com

Did you know that over 3 BILLION dollars were stolen from American seniors in 2022? @theradork to identify common themes in scams, where to report them, and how to talk about them with patients.  FBI reporting a scam: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/elder-fraud Movie about restoring justice on scammers (definitely not a recommendation for patients, very violent): The Beekeeper (2024) Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!    

Join @dr.christina_prevett today on the Daily Show as she discusses the importance of reevaluating post-operative protocols in rehabilitation. She emphasizes the need for evidence-informed practices and questions who establishes these protocols, typically surgeons. While acknowledging that post-operative guidelines are designed to aid recovery and enhance function, Christina challenges the effectiveness of blanket statements and encourages a more individualized approach to patient care. Tune in for insights on how to adapt rehabilitation practices to better respect the unique experiences and needs of each patient.

Bringing us part 3 of a 5 part series with an article out of the Meeting the Growing Demand for Age-Friendly Care study and investigation, Dr. Samantha Chamberlain, PT, DPT ICE certified specialist: Older adult highlights the 5 Forces Disrupting/Transforming Healthcare Today, pt. 3 - Fragmentation , High Costs, and Inequity in Health Care. Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

Join @jmusgravept as he discusses a recent randomized control trial, comparing aerobic & cognitive outcomes for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) compared to moderate-intensity interval training (MIIT) for older adult adults with no training history. Aerobic outcomes were similar measured by peak VO2 max, however working memory & peak knee extensor strength was slightly better for the HIIT group & they achieved this in 1/2 the training time! doi: 10.1093/gerona/glad070 *If you want more helpful content to better serve older adults, sign up for our MMOA Digest = Free Bi-Weekly Email packed with helpful links, posts, & research relevant to your work. Link In Bio or PTonICE.com **Looking for CEU’s & courses that will change your practice? Check out our MMOA Course Offerings (Online & Live) Link In Bio or PTonICE.com #physicaltherapy #geript #homehealthpt #pt #dpt #dptstudent #physiotherapy #physicaltherapist #physiotherapist #physicaltherapystudent #newgradpt #physiotherapystud

Dig deeper into sensory systems and how to screen for them as potential contributors to your patient’s balance impairments as @macybolt breaks down the Modified-CTSIB!

Join @trisaleehutch today to learn how to increase patient participation in your sessions, specifically with folks who have dementia or just dislike exercise.  Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

Dr. Christina Prevett as she explores the concept of being "old school" in the medical and rehabilitation fields. She discusses the implications of adhering to outdated practices despite the presence of new evidence and protocols. Christina emphasizes the importance of valuing the experience of veteran clinicians while navigating the challenges of ageism in the workplace. She provides insights into how this mindset can impact patient care and professional development.

Join Kay Mayordomo, PT, DPT (@kaym23) as she dives into how hiking can benefit inactive older adults and how we can recommend this to our patients to get them closer to meeting their physical activity requirements for the week. Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

@jmusgravept discusses the role of gut microbiome in nutrient absorption, inflammatory processes and how this shifts with aging as well as the role of exercise in making positive shifts to promote healthy aging & fight chronic disease. “Systematic Review of the Effects of Exercise and Physical Activity on the Gut Microbiome of Older Adults” DOI: https://deoi.org/10.3390/nu14030674 *If you want more helpful content to better serve older adults, sign up for our MMOA Digest = Free Bi-Weekly Email packed with helpful links, posts, & research relevant to your work. Link In Bio or PTonICE.com **Looking for CEU’s & courses that will change your practice? Check out our MMOA Course Offerings (Online & Live) Link In Bio or PTonICE.com #physicaltherapy #geript #homehealthpt #pt #dpt #dptstudent #physiotherapy #physicaltherapist #physiotherapist #physicaltherapystudent #newgradpt #physiotherapystudent #physicaltherapyassistant #physicaltherapyassistantstudent #geript #geriot #OTs #OTA #occupationalth

This week @sbship8_dpt discusses how we can expand our subjective assessment to ensure we are encompassing the whole individual from initial evaluation to optimize their course of care. Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

Protein supplementation is all the rage currently - LOTS of benefits being claimed and LOTS of marketing $$$.

If not already, you’re likely going to be confronted with questions from your clients in terms of its benefits and how much is appropriate. Join @dustinjones.dpt in this episode as he discusses those questions and explores the recent evidence for protein’s influence on bone health. Good reads related to this topic: -DOI: 10.1007/s00198-023-06709-7 -DOI: 10.1007/s00198-025-07393-5 Learn about the ICE Older Adult Specialist Certification - https://PTonICE.com

Join @coach.noush_dpt as she discusses this study published in JAMA Cardiology that looked at over 5900 women aged 63 to 99 to see how their daily movement patterns affects their risk of developing heart failure.   Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

Join @dr.christina_prevett today on the Daily Show as she discusses the critical topic of falls prevention among older adults. She challenges the current frameworks and statistics surrounding falls, highlighting that one in three older adults experience falls each year, which are responsible for 90% of hip and wrist fractures. Christina emphasizes the importance of reevaluating the narrative around falls prevention and its implications for funding and research. Through her experiences in teaching the Older Adult course, Christina engages with clinicians of varying backgrounds to explore the prevalence of falls and the need for a shift in perspective regarding this pressing issue. Tune in for valuable insights on reframing falls prevention strategies to improve outcomes for older adults.

Join @theradork as we discuss the potential benefits of strength training machines and acknowledge the importance of celebrating our patients interest in ANY exercise, while recognizing the potential benefits of machines in this #andnotor discussion! Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!