Rehabilitation of elderly persons is accompanied by unique challenges, as the physiologic changes with aging may be compounded by a multitude of psychologic, social, and genetic factors. In this chapter we present an overview of the impairments that develop with aging. We discuss factors to consider when evaluating a patient with functional complaints and opportunities for treatment. We provide an overview of common injuries encountered in the elderly, prognostication, and general strategies employed for rehabilitation. New treatment options and areas of ongoing research are also discussed.
Keywords: Brain injury; Delirium; Falls; Frailty; Hip fracture; Rehabilitation; Stroke.
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