Geriatric Physiotherapy encompasses
an extensive range of issues concerning people as they age from a normal adult
to a senior, usually focused on the health concerns of an older adult. There
are many conditions that affect many people as they grow older that include but
are not limited to the following: Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis, balance
disorders, cancer, osteoporosis, hip
and joint replacement, and incontinence
to name a few. Geriatric physiotherapy consist of
active activities such as stretching, balance exercises, weight bearing,
strength straining, and specific exercises that are geared towards a particular
injury or physical limitation. Our physiotherapists will works with patients in
their homes, teaching them to exercise on their own, making sure they are
capable of continuing their exercise program on their own.