Chapter 18 Osteoporosis and spine fractures Stephen Brunton, Blaine Carmichael, Deborah Gold, Barry Hull, Timothy L. Kauffman, Barbara Koehler, Alexandra Papaioannou, Randolph Rasch, Hilmar H.G. Stracke and Eeric Truumees Chapter…
Chapter 59 Balance testing and training Diane M. Wrisley and Timothy L. Kauffman Chapter contents Introduction Physiology of balance Balance assessment Treatment Evidence for the use of exercise to treat…
Chapter 37 Neoplasms of the skin Stephen A. Gudas Chapter contents Incidence and clinical relevance Therapeutic intervention References Incidence and clinical relevance Skin cancer is one of the most common…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
