Physical Therapy in San Francisco

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Physical Therapy A Must for the Aged
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Physiological Changes with Aging

• Muscle Strength
• Changes in Bone and Joints
• Osteoarthritis
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Psychomotor and psychological functions

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Muscle Strength

• Muscle strength and postural alignment are
  critical to efficient function in the older
  adult. Loss of isometric and dynamic strength has
  been documented in individuals as young as 50-59
  years old. This decline in strength is closely
  associated with increased age, loss of type II
  muscle fibers and loss of muscle mass.
• Physical therapists are well-equipped to screen
  for muscle strength in the older adult and make
  recommendations related to specific muscle
  strengthening exercise programs.

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Changes In Bone And Joints

• Age-related bone density differs with each
  section. More peripheral sections, such as the
  radius, experience relative stability in density
  until menopause, while more central skeletal
  structures, show bone loss 5-10 years earlier.
• Physical therapy in San Francisco helps in
  preventing the loss of disc height and
  compression of the spinal column.

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Osteoarthritis

• Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative
  arthritis, is a form of arthritis occurring
  mainly in older adults that is characterized by
  chronic degeneration of the cartilage of the
  joints.
• Physical therapy for persons who have
  osteoarthritis should be modified at the first
  mention of joint pain with exercise. Close
  attention to proper alignment and technique is
  also essential for safe completion of the
  recommended exercise program.

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Cardiovascular Diseases

• Among the leading causes of death and disability
  of older adults are cardiovascular disease,
  stroke and cancer.
• All these are caused due to lack of life-long
  lifestyle habits, including exercise, diet, and
  stress management. Physical therapy can help you
  overcome this.

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Psychomotor And Psychological Functions

• There is a slowing process in psychomotor
  performance in older adults which can slow down
  their regular routine.
• Physical therapy can be used to reduce the risk
  of depressive disorders among adults as well as
  treat unpleasant symptoms of depression.

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• For a better physical therapy practice, visit Dr.
  Howard A. Cohen, MD.
• To make an appointment call [phone]
• Or
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• http//www.bayareaorthopedic.com/