Effective Therapeutic Interventions for the Older Adult with Osteoporosis
Presented by Kathryn Brewer
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Fifty four million Americans are living with or at-risk of osteoporosis and low bone mass, resulting in two million fractures every year. Physical therapists have a vital contribution to patient education and intervention both before and after fracture to improve posture, core and spinal extension strength, balance/coordination and muscle strength reducing fall risk and risk for fracture. Collegial partnerships with referring physicians in primary care, PM&R, endocrinology and gynecology are essential. Special populations from transplant, oncology and gastroenterology are also important to address. This course, the final in a three-part series, focuses on effective therapeutic interventions for the older adult with osteoporosis.
Meet your instructor
Kathryn Brewer
Dr. Brewer graduated with her degree in physical therapy from The Ohio State University and received her Master of Education degree from the University of Cincinnati. Her doctorate degree is from Temple University. She has been certified as a geriatric specialist by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists since…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Intervention: Exercise Prescription
In the first chapter of this course, participants will learn to integrate the pathophysiology of osteoporosis with principles of weight bearing and strength training exercise, in order to design an appropriate therapy intervention for older adults with osteoporosis.
2. Intervention: Manual Techniques
Dr. Brewer demonstrates how to determine selection and utilization of appropriate manual techniques for management of tissue restrictions, joint hypomobility and pain.
3. Intervention: Lifestyle Modifications/Behaviors
In Chapter Three, Dr. Brewer discusses modifications to lifestyle and behavior that can reduce the risk of fracture. Participants will gain a better understanding of the therapist’s role for support and resources available for lifestyle changes.
