Mobility Issues P1
- Created by: Grace.2006
- Created on: 08-12-22 13:42
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- Mobility Issues
- Age range
- Typically diagnosed in people above 65 years old
- Some mobility issues can affect people as young as 30
- Mobility typically worsens as a person ages
- Mobility issues can include a range of different conditions or reasons
- Muscle weakness
- Joint problems
- Pain diseases
- Neurological difficulties
- Accidents or falls
- They can range from mild to severe depending on how many issues there are or the person as an individual
- Treatments
- Physical therapies
- Used as a defence against worsening issues
- Treatment plans should be made by physiotherapists
- To allow for people with mobility issues to live as independently as they can
- To improve their mobility
- To be confident in their mobility
- Strengthen muscles and prevent stiff joints
- These are achieved through personalised plans and exercises for each individual
- Occupational therapies/ aids provided
- Walking aids
- Walking frames
- Walking sticks
- Walking aids
- Pain management
- Medications
- Home remedies
- Frequent physical activity
- Can be tailored to the individuals preferences
- Orthopaedic rehabilitation
- For specialist care
- Education
- Individuals can have a better understanding of what is happening and the best advice can begiven
- Physical therapies
- Health and social care staff involved in care
- Physiotherapist
- Orthopaedic doctors
- Orthopaedic nurses
- Specialist nurses
- Geriatricians
- Occupational therapists
- Support worker
- Domiciliary care assistants
- Age range
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