Shoulder injuries are a common issue in the geriatric patient presenting to rehabilitation. Specific shoulder dysfunctions are more often encountered in the older patient requiring specific knowledge for successful rehab management. This podcast will present the current evidence on proximal humerus fractures, rotator cuff tears and glenohumeral osteoarthritis. It will specifically cover pathophysiology, etiology of injuries, and the effects on ADL’s/IADL’s in the geriatric patient. The content covered will also include reviews of current evidence in the rehab management of these patients and ideas for the clinical application.
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The content of this Summit podcast is provided only for educational and training purposes for licensed physical therapists and occupational therapists. This content should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.
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