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Maximizing therapist effectiveness with geriatric hand patients

C Cooper1

  • 1University of Southern California, Department of Occupational Therapy, Los Angeles, California 90033.

Journal of Hand Therapy : Official Journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists
|July 1, 1993
PubMed
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Geriatric hand therapy requires special interventions to address unique patient needs and potential age bias. Effective communication and assessment tools enhance therapist success and patient outcomes in older adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Hand Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy

Background:

  • The aging population (
  • graying of America
  • ) is increasing healthcare utilization.
  • Older adults represent a growing segment of the hand therapy patient population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address challenges in treating elderly hand patients.
  • To introduce age bias in geriatric care.
  • To present effective assessment tools and gerontology concepts for hand therapy.
  • To suggest communication strategies for geriatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on gerontology and age bias.
  • Discussion of assessment tools for cognitive function relevant to therapy.

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  • Exploration of clinical applications of gerontological concepts.
  • Outline of communication techniques for older adults.

    • Main Results:

    • Specialized interventions can overcome initial treatment time concerns.
    • Understanding age bias is crucial for effective care.
    • Assessment tools aid in tailoring hand therapy plans.
    • Gerontological principles enhance treatment effectiveness.

    Conclusions:

    • Adapting hand therapy for geriatric patients improves outcomes.
    • Addressing age bias and utilizing specific communication strategies are key.
    • Therapist effectiveness is maximized through tailored geriatric interventions.