The pelvis is often referred to as “the cornerstone of positioning” because of the crucial role it plays in the positioning of the trunk and the stability of the extremities and head. Your clients who…
Measuring gait speed is an important part of every physical therapy assessment and often an indicator of the client’s vitality, especially in older adults. But have you ever been in a less-than-ideal situation and had…
One of the main questions that I am asked at the hundreds of talks I give each year is, “What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?” With so many groups fighting against Alzheimer’s disease…
Falls are an increasingly critical concern for older adults as well as healthcare providers. Each year approximately 30% of community dwelling older adults (65 years and older) report having at least one fall. These falls…
More than 13 million people in the United States – male and female, young and old – experience incontinence. Approximately 45% of patients receiving home health services experience incontinence. Occupational therapists may find that incontinence…
