Aging with Ability is a physical therapist created resource for older adults. Aging with Ability exists to teach older adults about chronic conditions, falls prevention, and aging well. Visit agingwithability.com for more posts and resources.
How does Medicare A and Medicare B cover physical therapy?A physical therapist with experience in SNF, home health, and outpatient therapy explains from her experience.This is a broad overview based on professional experience. Please consult your personal insurance policy and company for details about your specific plan.
Visit agingwithability.com for more resources for older adults from a physical therapist.
19 Jul 2023
11 Conditions You May Be Surprised That Physical Therapists Treat Part 2
Second half of this list. TMJ, diabetes, and more!
Visit agingwithability.com/11-conditions-pt-treats-part-2 for all mentioned links and more content
Visit agingwithability.com/11-conditions-pt-treats-part-1 for the first 5 conditions
18 Jul 2023
11 Conditions You May Be Surprised That Physical Therapists Treat Part 1
Did you know that a PT can treat dizziness? What about heart failure? Join Christine as she discusses some conditions that you may not think about seeking physical therapy for. First 5 conditions in this video.
Visit agingwithability.com/11-conditions-pt-treats-part-1 for links to articles mentioned, and Incontinence course!
31 May 2023
Who's On Your Medical Team?
An overview of multiple specialists in the medical field and what they do. Download the FREE printable today to keep this list handy the next time you need a specialist.
Visit agingwithability.com/an-overview-of-medical-specialties for the printable and blog post
20 May 2023
Physical Therapy is a Treatment and Not a Speed Bump to Treatment
How do you feel when your doctor sends you to physical therapy? Are you just counting the weeks until your next step-maybe that MRI or surgery consult. Physical therapy is a very effective treatment option for many conditions. This episode discusses benefits of physical therapy-even if your road eventually leads to surgery. Evidence discussed includes research on lumbar stenosis outcomes, rotator cuff tear, and knee arthritis in older adults. See agingwithability.com/physical-therapy-is-a-treatment-not-a-speed-bump-to-treatment for research links and further resources on healthy aging for older adults created by a physical therapist.
13 Apr 2023
How Incontinence Leads to Lifestyle Changes
Do you struggle with incontinence? Have you thought about how it is impacting your daily life? Are you reducing your activities due to your symptoms? Learn more about where these changes can lead as well as be encouraged that you can take action now to reduce your symptoms and change your lifestyle with the incontinence course created by a physical therapist. More information at: https://agingwithability.thrivecart.com/incontinence-2023/
2 Sept 2022
What is an Exercise Snack?
Have you heard of the term exercise snack? How can they help you as an older adult?
Visit agingwithability.com/what-is-an-exercise-snack-ep6-ff2 for all resource links and more information on this and other topics.
31 Aug 2022
Have You Thought About Caregivers?-Wonderful Wednesday
Do you know what levels of care are available as an older adult? Have you thought about what you may need as you age? Listen to this episode to learn about the levels of care available and why thinking about needs ahead of time can be helpful.
Visit agingwithability.com/think-about-caregivers-ep5-ww2 for resources and more information
29 Aug 2022
Early Signs of Dementia-Memory Monday
What are some of the early changes that people with dementia experience? Do you know what delirium is and how to tell the difference between delirium and depression? Learn more on today's podcast. Check out agingwithability.com/early-signs-of-dementia-ep4-mm2 for all resources and further posts and podcast episodes.
26 Aug 2022
What is the Difference Between Physical Activity and Exercise?-Fitness Friday
Have you ever thought about the difference between physical activity and exercise? Learn the difference and why exercise is important for older adults on this episode.
Visit agingwithability.com/physical-activity-exercise-ep3-ff1 for full details and additional resources
24 Aug 2022
What is Health Literacy?-Wonderful Wednesday
Have you thought about whether or not you have good health literacy? Do you recognize that term? Learn more on today's episode of the podcast.
22 Aug 2022
What is Cognition?-Memory Monday
On this episode of the Aging with Ability Podcast we define cognition and cognitive deficit and explain how this can impact you as you age. Visit agingwithability.com/what-is-cognition-ep1-mm1/ to find the show notes and links to applicable resources.
19 Aug 2022
Aging with Ability Podcast Introduction
Do you have questions about living healthy as an older adult? This podcast will provide short 10-15 minute episodes focused on topics of healthy living from a physical therapist's perspective. With years of experience working with and educating older adults in their home I want to guide you in all of your questions about healthy living. Memory Monday will address cognition and changes that occur with aging, Wonderful Wednesday will provide a miscellaneous day of content to address necessary topics, Fitness Friday will delve deeper into specific exercise guidelines, exercises, and falls prevention. Questions will help me decide what topics are of interest and I would love to hear yours on agingwithability.com, Facebook, or email me directly at christine@agingwithability.com
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