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The Fragile State of Function in Persons Aging with a Disability Lilli Thompson, P.T.

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The Fragile State of Function in Persons Aging with a Disability Lilli Thompson, P.T.

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    11. Percent With At Least One ADL Decline By Age

    18. Degree that Pain Interferes with self-care by Age and Group

    23. Degree Fatigue Interferes With Work, Family, and Social Life By Age And Group

    33. CONSUMERS LIVING WITH THE ISSUES OF AGING WITH A DISABILITY WANT THE ANSWERS

    34. Patient Client Management Comprehensive versus problem specific examination Look for the key markers Symptoms associated with risk of functional decline may precede actual changes (new pain, fatigue, weakness, etc.) Key examinations Functional performance Musculoskeletal Neuromuscular Equipment ASK! WATCH! LISTEN!

    39. Evaluating Weakness Manual Muscle Testing Functional Performance Assessment - Mobility - Activities of Daily Living

    45. Job Accommodations Types of accommodations: Adapting work environment Providing special equipment Modifying the job Reassignment of duties or roles Retraining for different duties or responsibilities Co-worker assistance

    48. Thank You !

    50. Implications for Clinical Practice Lilli Thompson, PT

    54. Long-Term Life Perspectives In Rehabilitation

    55. Strive For The Cumulative Effect Of Small Changes

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