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MMOA (Modern Management of the Older Adult) helps rehab & fitness pros get results with older adults. Brought to you by the Institute of Clinical Excellence, tune in to hear pertinent geriatric discussions, relevant research, & treatment ideas. Good for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Assistants, Students, New Grads, Seasoned Veterans, Geriatricians, & Fitness Professionals. Find out more at www.MMOA.online

Apr 22, 2019

Older adults sustaining hip fractures are unfortunately common in the rehab world, but we don't get to see them all, as it is reported less than half recover back to PLOF! Are there ways we can help facilitate better outcomes? Are there ways we can extend our reach to patients in lower income hospitals? What is out place with recommending nutrition? Listen in!

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Study: Effectiveness of home based intervention program in reducing mortality of hip fracture patients: A non-randomized controlled trial
Dalia G Mahrana et al. Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics 81 (2019) 8–17

 

Hip exercise leaflet: https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/patient-guide/leaflets/files/10871Phip.pdf

Guide to leaflet database:

https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/patient-guide/leaflets/default.aspx