Covers the basic science of aging and discusses common conditions as well as prevention and health promotion. This book includes treatment strategies, risk assessment tools, outcome measures, and patient education materials.

This book covers the basic science of aging. It discusses common conditions as well as prevention and health promotion. It includes treatment strategies, risk assessment tools, outcome measures, and patient education materials.

Section I: Basic Science of Aging. Chapter 1: Musculoskeletal Changes with Age. Chapter 2: Neurologic Changes with Age. Chapter 3: Immobilization Degeneration of Soft Tissues. Chapter 4: The Age-Related Challenges of Posture and Balance. Section II: Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions. Chapter 5: Osteoporosis. Chapter 6: Managing Geriatric Spine Patients. Chapter 7: Muscle Syndromes. Chapter 8: Common Conditions of the Upper Extremity. Chapter 9: Common Conditions of the Lower Extremity. Section III: Prevention and Health Promotion. Chapter 10: Comprehensive Assessment Related to Independent Living. Chapter 11: Health Risk Assessment and Intervention in the Elderly. Chapter 12: Physical Activity and Exercise for the Older Adult. Chapter 13: Rehabilitation Strategies for the Older Adult. Chapter 14. Psychosocial Issues for an Aging Population. Appendix: Geriatric Resources in Cyberage.