Some InfoGeriatric Physiotherapy
In our Geriatric Physiotherapy program we help patients to overcome multiple medical conditions and improves the overall well-being of the patient. We suggest you few lifestyle modification trics and tactics combined with our physiotherapy treatment to enjoy the mature years of your love more efficiently and independently. Our aim is to provide the maximum level of independence, confidence and vitality to the patients approaching us.
Who should consult ?
Although everyone can be benefitted with our program as we tend to design personalized treatment protocols as per the requirements. But here are few common conditions:–
Post joint replacement (TKR or THR)
- Orthopaedic problems
- Sports injuries
- Stroke paralysis/re-education/ re-training
- Lack of balance.
- Risk of falls
- Neurological symptoms because of Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s Osteoporosis
- Osteoarthritis
- Ankle and foot problems (podiatry)
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Obesity management & weight loss
- Mobility and fitness in general
Why choose Makino ?
The clinical team of Makino is expertise in treating the geriatric patients as we tend to inculcate few detailed assessment and provide you the best available treatment for the patient. Our patients are wholly cared, trained and supported by our team of experts to give best results.
We tend to consider all aspects of issues related to the patient’s health and therefore the program may include any of the following elements:-
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Orthopaedic rehabilitation
- Exercises manage weight and diabetes
- Body conditioning
- Improving stamina and Cardiac endurance
- In case of musculoskeletal issues we expect you to stay a little calm and follow us for few weeks as Your disease did not occur overnight & neither will they disappear overnight!Our expert team will work with you to develop and maintain your strength.
Specific - Aging for Older Women
Some Specific actions need to be taken to ensure healthy aging for older women. Physiotherapy can help eliminate risk of falls and fractures. Incorporating regular strengthening exercises can slow down the rate of reduction in bone density as women age. For older women, screening for calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B12 deficiency is recommended. Pelvic floor dysfunction and urinary incontinence are few common conditions to be treated with physiotherapy.
Some common ailments in older age women:-
- Post-menopausal heart disease
- Chronic myofascial pain
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome
- Hypermobility syndrome
- Multiple sclerosis
- Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Breast and other cancers
- Rehabilitation following breast surgery
- Lymphedema
- Ailments unique to female athletes
Some of the exercises and techniques that our experts use to treat you:-
- Muscle re-training
- Kegel exercises
- Customized Exercise prescription – To improve mobility, strength, and endurance. This also strengthens bones and joints.
- Modalities – Application of heat/ ice& Electrical stimulation
- Manual therapy
The unique physical and physiological attributes of the women is always considered on priority in our departments before making any treatment protocol for the patient.
We can make a difference to your life, Please feel free to ask us.