Pharmacology considerations for the aging individual
Chapter 12 Pharmacology considerations for the aging individual Charles D. Ciccone Chapter contents Introduction Treatment of pain and inflammation Psychotropic medications Neurological disorders Cardiovascular drugs Conclusion References Introduction Older adults…
Generalized peripheral neuropathy
Chapter 32 Generalized peripheral neuropathy Anita Craig and James K. Richardson Chapter contents Introduction Causes of peripheral neuropathy in the elderly Recognizing a generalized peripheral neuropathy Functional impact of peripheral…
Parkinson’s disease
Chapter 30 Parkinson’s disease Michael L. Moran Chapter contents Introduction Signs and symptoms Interventions Surgical treatment Cognitive and social issues Conclusion References Introduction Parkinson’s disease (PD), also known as paralysis…
Effects of aging on vascular function
Chapter 9 Effects of aging on vascular function Kristin Von Nieda Chapter contents Introduction Review of the structure and functions of the vascular system Age-Associated vascular changes Structural changes associated…
Tremor and other involuntary movement
Chapter 31 Tremor and other involuntary movement Wendy Romney, Michelle E. Wormley and Michelle M. Lusardi Chapter contents Introduction Definition of terms Classification and differential diagnosis of tremors Classification and…
Rehabilitation after stroke
Chapter 27 Rehabilitation after stroke Maureen Romanow Pascal and Susan Barker Chapter contents Introduction Risk factors Signs and symptoms Diagnosis Prognosis Intervention Conclusion References Introduction A cerebrovascular accident (CVA), commonly…
Total hip arthroplasty
Chapter 21 Total hip arthroplasty Mark A. Brimer Chapter contents Introduction Indications for THA The surgical approaches for THA Rehabilitation Conclusion References Introduction The total hip arthroplasty (THA) is an…
