The aging wrist and hand
Chapter 63 The aging wrist and hand Kevin J. Lawrence Chapter contents Introduction Skin Fingernails Bone Articular cartilage Muscle Nerve Conclusion References Introduction The wrist and hand are the most…
Multiple sclerosis
Chapter 29 Multiple sclerosis Diane Madras Chapter contents Introduction Overview/epidemiology Natural history/classification Diagnosis/medical management Aging with and clinical features of MS Quality of life Functional scales Physical therapy examination Physical…
Contractures and stiffness
Chapter 61 Contractures and stiffness Mark Lombardi How can we explain the aging of a system built of non-aging elements? LEONID AND NATALIA GAVRILOVA, HANDBOOK OF THE BIOLOGY OF AGING…
Hormone replacement therapy
Chapter 57 Hormone replacement therapy Christine Stabler Chapter contents Introduction Results of the women’s health initiative Alternative management of menopause Conclusion References Introduction Hormone therapy has been riding the roller…
Incontinence of the bowel and bladder
Chapter 55 Incontinence of the bowel and bladder Sandra J. Levi and Teri Elliott-Burke Chapter contents Introduction Incontinence of the bowel Incontinence of the bladder Conclusion References Introduction Bladder and…
Iatrogenesis in older adults
Chapter 56 Iatrogenesis in older adults John O. Barr and Timothy l. Kauffman Chapter contents Overview Adverse drug reactions Decreased mobility and disuse Conclusion References Overview Iatrogenesis is defined as…
Considerations in elder patient communication
Chapter 53 Considerations in elder patient communication Sara Hayes and Niall Mcgrane Chapter contents Introduction Cultural considerations Literacy Ecological framework Supporting autonomy Self-Efficacy Impairment of sensory function Impairment of language…
Skin disorders
Chapter 50 Skin disorders Randy Gordon Chapter contents Introduction General principles Treatment of infections Treatment of infestations Treatment of inflammatory skin conditions Treatment of dermatitis Treatment of psoriasis Treatment of…
Amputations
Chapter 47 Amputations Joan E. Edelstein Chapter contents Introduction Classification of amputations Related conditions Tests and related diagnoses Clinical relevance: mobility and rehabilitation Therapeutic interventions Conclusion References and further reading…
Neurocognitive disorders
Chapter 28 Neurocognitive disorders James Siberski Chapter contents Introduction Neurocognitive disorders and assessment Rehabilitation and neurocognitive disorders Conclusion References Introduction Dementia affected 36 million people around the world in 2010;…
