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Quick and Effective Examination and Interventions for Flexibility, Strength, Posture, Arthritis

GREAT Seminars and Books


Format(s):   Online Seminars
Discipline(s):   Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy
Contact Hours:   2
Registration Fee:   $72


Objectives
Assess postural deficits and design an effective intervention Appropriately measure flexibility in older adults and develop a stretching program Discuss evidence-based strength training for older adults Compare and contrast osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis as it presents itself in older adults

Target Audience
PT, PTA, OT, OTA

Description
Flexibility, posture, strength are major domains of rehabilitation for everyone, however they are crucial aspects of a complete program for older adults. This course will give you the latest evidence-based information on these domains as they relate to older adults. You will learn how to effectively evaluate and treat flexibility, posture, and strength for your patients age 65 and older. There is also a segment on recognizing, evaluating, and treating arthritis in older adults.

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