The Aging Body

Jackie Bougie, DC Assistant Professor A. Paige Morgentahl, DC Assistant Professor

Section I: Basic Science of Aging. Chapter 1: Musculoskeletal Changes with Age. Chapter 2: Neurologic Changes with Age. Chapter 3: Immobilization Degeneration of Soft Tissues. Chapter 4: The Age-Related Challenges of Posture and Balance. Section II: Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions. Chapter 5: Osteoporosis. Chapter 6: Managing Geriatric Spine Patients. Chapter 7: Muscle Syndromes. Chapter 8: Common Conditions of the Upper Extremity. Chapter 9: Common Conditions of the Lower Extremity. Section III: Prevention and Health Promotion. Chapter 10: Comprehensive Assessment Related to Independent Living. Chapter 11: Health Risk Assessment and Intervention in the Elderly. Chapter 12: Physical Activity and Exercise for the Older Adult. Chapter 13: Rehabilitation Strategies for the Older Adult. Chapter 14. Psychosocial Issues for an Aging Population. Appendix: Geriatric Resources in Cyberage.