Geriatric physical therapy helps treat common age-related conditions affecting joints, muscles, cognition, and mobility.
- Arthritis and osteoarthritis
- Joint prostheses
- Hip fractures
- Coordination and balance disorders
- Parkinson disease
- Stroke sequelae
- Cancer sequelae
- Dementia and Alzheimer disease
- Mobility-related functional limitations
- Cardiac and pulmonary conditions
- Urinary and fecal incontinence
Benefits
- Reduce pain
- Improve balance
- Gait re-education
- Improve joint sensitivity and function
- Recover movement, muscle strength, and flexibility
These improvements support overall physical health and emotional wellbeing by increasing confidence and independence in daily activities.