Reading...
Play button
Play button
Use LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to navigate between flashcards;
Use UP and DOWN arrow keys to flip the card;
H to show hint;
A reads text to speech;
5 Cards in this Set
- Front
- Back
|
PT management of Osteoporosis
|
Good History and physical Therapy evaluation
Asses Pain, what Meds? Posture,Ht,Wt Mobility- ROM, strength,flexibility Balance,vision Coordination Tone,reflex Functional level of assist for gait and ADL |
|
|
PT management of Osteoporosis
|
History - PLOF, previous falls
previous fx's previous history (pain, hospitalisations), Family support? Living alone? Housing? Social HX? previous surgeries/trauma any major medical conditions any weight bearing restrictions,bracing ,splinting |
|
|
PT management of Osteoporosis
|
Prevention.
adequate nutritional support Ca++,Vit D Diet modification. Lifestyle changes-Routine Exs( as directed By PT) quit smoking no alcohol Fall prevention - Hip protectors |
|
|
PT management of Osteoporosis
|
prevention of falls and Fx
safe environment- Hand rails adequate lighting non skid surface appropriate Footwear |
|
|
PT management of Osteoporosis
|
Avoid lifting heavy objects
Use appropriate assistive devices as directed clean spills good lighting Avoid throw Rugs Access to Items for ADL,Life alert |
