Functional cognitive disorder is dementia care providers’ ‘blind spot,’ experts say
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 18, 2020
Nearly a third of people being treated for early dementia may instead have functional cognitive disorder, a manageable and possibly reversible condition.
Brace for COVID-19 follow-up care, experts warn
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 09, 2020
Clinicians should anticipate long-term rehabilitative care needs in COVID-19 survivors and prepare accordingly, say investigators.
Simple exercises improve oral functioning in elders
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 07, 2020
Older study participants showed improvements in all functions measured after participating in an eight-week oral exercises program.
Co-occurring visual impairment, dementia signal need for intervention
By
Alicia Lasek
May 18, 2020
Study participants with both conditions had “particularly poor functionality” with relative scores nearly 50% lower for all activity limitations evaluated.
Advice for better balance: lighten up
By
Alicia Lasek
Apr 27, 2020
Effortful posture cues, such as “stand up straight,” and “engage your core,” may unintentionally hinder balance practice for older adults.
Ping pong may be good physical therapy for people with Parkinson’s
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 25, 2020
Motor symptoms and functional abilities improved when seniors engaged in weekly ping pong sessions designed by experienced players.
High physical activity level may delay onset of Parkinson’s motor symptoms
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 13, 2020
A study of long-distance skiers showed that physical fitness may delay clinical symptoms for years.
Ultrasound procedure for essential tremor effective for up to three years
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 21, 2019
Seniors with essential tremor may find lasting relief after having an ultrasound procedure that targets the tremor’s source.
Simple walking test predicts elders’ functional abilities after heart attack
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 13, 2019
A brief walking assessment can predict which residents will have new limitations in bathing, dressing and other functions after a heart attack.
Facility modifications can have beneficial effect on care and comfort
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 22, 2019
From cane hooks to wider exam tables, modifications can improve the healthcare experience of elders with functional disabilities.