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Current Knowledge and Gaps in Geriatric Rehabilitation among Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine specialists
Paolo Capodaglio1,2, Eleftheria Antoniadou3, Mooyeon Oh-Park4
1Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, University. p.capodaglio@auxologico.it.
Background:
The global demographic shift toward an aging population necessitates a critical transformation in healthcare, particularly within Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM). Older adults frequently present with complex geriatric syndromes, such as frailty, sarcopenia, and cognitive impairment, that demand specialized, multidisciplinary rehabilitation strategies.
Methods:
The present global survey conducted by the International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (ISPRM) Special Interest Group (SIG) in Geriatric Rehabilitation identifies systemic and educational gaps in the current PRM landscape.
Results:
Despite a high clinical caseload of older adults, the majority of PRM practitioners report inadequate residency training in geriatric competencies and cite workforce shortages as primary barriers to care.
Conclusions:
This article discusses the perspectives and future steps required to elevate geriatric rehabilitation, emphasizing the urgent need for structured academic programs.
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