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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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;…
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…
Chapter 43 Cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators Chris L. Wells Chapter contents Introduction Pacemakers Defibrillators Conclusion References Introduction The heart has specialized cells called conduction cells which generate an electrical impulse…
Chapter 25 Orthopedic trauma P.Christopher Metzger and Mark Lombardi Chapter contents Introduction Basic principles for rehabilitation Treatment of osteoporosis Rehabilitation after specific injuries Conclusion References Introduction As the average age…
