Geriatric Rehabilitattion

Overview

Geriatric Rehabilitation is another way through which we attempt to improvise the quality of life of older people, especially those with disabling impairments. Geriatric Rehabilitation helps restore the functional abilities of people, which in turn reduces their dependence and adds quality to life.

Who needs Geriatric Rehabilitation?

Many physical and psychological disorders give rise to the need for geriatric rehab. Musculoskeletal disorders, depression, Neurological disorders affect muscle abilities and motor skills, thus increasing the need for support for survival.

How does Geriatric Rehabilitation benefit?

Geriatric Rehabilitation aims at diagnostic and therapeutic interventions in older couples with the motive of increasing their functionality.

The concerned physicians work in accordance with other nursing home physicians, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists to provide comprehensive treatment.  Psychologists, a pharmacist, a dietician, and speech therapists are also part of their team.

What all constitutes to be part of Geriatric Rehabilitation?

The experts focus and include in daily activity chart activities that maximize societal participation, minimize activity limitation. They make use of different aiding tools and appliances and may also make technical and environmental changes to suit the needs of people. Further tailoring geriatric rehabilitation programs becomes essential to suit the needs of the patients. People vary in their physical, cognitive, and functional requirements. The rehabilitation program should cater to all and provide the best approach that empowers older patients to live as independently as possible.

In short, the Geriatric rehabilitation program focuses on maintaining the balance between psychosocial components of the health and wellbeing of people.