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Evaluating Effectiveness of an Acute Rehabilitation Program in Hospital-Associated Deconditioning
Conclusion: These promising results suggest that a more rigorous evaluation of this acute rehabilitation program in the management of hospital-associated deconditioning is warranted. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - September 18, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research

Editor's Message: Cause for Celebration
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - September 18, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: From the Editor Source Type: research

We Can Do Better: Aging and the Value of Physical Therapy: 2020 Carole B. Lewis Distinguished Lecture: Address to the APTA Geriatrics Membership at the Combined Sections Meeting, Denver, CO, February 13, 2020
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: CAROLE B. LEWIS DISTINGUISHED LECTURE 2020 Source Type: research

Exploring the Relationship Between Timed Up and Go Test Times and Fall History in an Inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry Unit: A Retrospective Case-Control Study
Background and Purpose: Inpatient geriatric psychiatry units have the highest fall rates in the acute care setting and most falls in this population occur during the mobility tasks of transfers and ambulation. The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test includes these 2 specific functional tasks and has been used to predict falls in other geriatric populations but has never been tested in an inpatient geriatric psychiatry unit. The purpose of this study was to determine whether the TUG time measurements of inpatient geriatric psychiatry patients were associated with falling. Methods: The study was a retrospective chart review usin...
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

Caring Rehabilitation Climate, the Tripartite Efficacy Framework, and Adherence to Rehabilitation Programs Among Individuals With Parkinson's Disease: A Multiple Mediation Analysis
Conclusions: Several practical implications can be gleaned from the current study. First, practitioners should strive to enhance the caring climate of their clinic by employing techniques reported in previous literature, such as creating a supportive atmosphere, displaying benevolence, and paying attention. In addition, the results suggest that individuals' RISE perceptions, in particular, could be a viable target for enhancing adherence. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

Do Sociodemographic Factors Relate to Walking Ability in Individuals Who Underwent Total Knee Arthroplasty?
Conclusions: Our results suggest that age, type of surgery, severity of osteoarthritis, and sex are related to Timed Up and Go time during the acute stage following TKA and need to be assessed. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

A Knowledge Translation Intervention Designed and Implemented by a Knowledge Broker Improved Documented Use of Gait Speed: A Mixed-Methods Study
Discussion: Documentation of the 4-meter walk test significantly improved from the 3-month retrospective chart audit at baseline (0% IE, 0% discharge) to months 0 to 2 at IE (mean = 71%, SD = 31 %, F = 9.30, P (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

Pain-Reducing Effects of Physical Therapist-Delivered Interventions: A Systematic Review of Randomized Trials Among Older Adults With Dementia
Conclusions: The evidence supporting pain-reducing physical therapy interventions for patients with dementia is limited. There is a clear gap in knowledge related to evidence-based physical therapy for managing pain in this population. Future studies should examine active physical therapist-delivered interventions and utilize interactive pain measures. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW Source Type: research

Modified 30-Second Sit-to-Stand Test: Reliability and Validity in Older Adults Unable to Complete Traditional Sit-to-Stand Testing
Conclusion: The m30STS is a reliable, feasible tool for use in a general geriatric population with a lower level of function. The m30STS demonstrated concurrent validity with the Berg Balance Scale and modified Barthel Index but not with knee extensor strength to body weight ratio. One repetition of the m30STS was established as the MDC90 as change beyond error. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

Improving Interpretation of the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Physical Function Scale for Specific Tasks in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
Conclusions: The PROMIS PF T-scores showed convergent validity with physical performance and aligned with published normative data. While the findings are not predictive of individual performance, they improve clinical interpretation by estimating a range of expected performance for walking, stair ascent, and sit to stand. These findings support application of T-scores in physical therapy testing, goal setting, and wellness plans of care for community-dwelling older adults. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

Does Hands-on Guarding Influence Performance on the Functional Gait Assessment?
Conclusions: The results of this study indicate that hands-on guarding does not significantly influence performance on the FGA when the guarding is provided by an experienced PT and the participant is a community-dwelling older adult. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

Development and Evaluation of a Post–Hip Fracture Instructional Workshop for Caregivers
Conclusions: Caregivers in this study stated that the workshop was useful and satisfactory. Because caregivers play such a vital role in recovery after hip fracture, providing knowledge and skill development as part of health care delivery may support more person-centered care. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

Stand Tall—A Virtual Translation of the Otago Exercise Program
Conclusions: Results support that an avatar-delivered version of the OEP is effective, feasible, viable, and enjoyable for community-dwelling older adults. These types of platforms should be considered as potential mechanisms to increase availability of fall prevention programs. (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: RESEARCH REPORTS Source Type: research

The Value of Geriatric Physical Therapy: Excerpts from ‘We Can Do Better’: 2020 Carole B. Lewis Distinguished Lecture: Address to the APTA Geriatrics Membership at the Combined Sections Meeting, Denver, CO, February 13, 2020
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: CAROLE B. LEWIS DISTINGUISHED LECTURE 2020 Source Type: research

Editor's Message: What Lack Within Us?
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy)
Source: Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy - July 1, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Tags: FROM THE EDITOR Source Type: research