Neurophysiological Effects of Manual Therapy in Aging and Older Adults
Document Type
Peer-Reviewed Article
Publication Date
7-2015
Program
Physical Therapy
Abstract
Musculoskeletal conditions are a common occurrence among older adults, often requiring physical therapy services. Physical therapy interventions, including manual therapy, have demonstrated positive outcomes in older adults. Decades of clinical research in the field of orthopedic physical therapy indicates the positive outcomes of this approach; however, the underlying basis regarding the efficacy of manual therapy interventions remains unknown. The purpose of this article is to review the evidence surrounding the neurophysiological effects of manual therapy, specifically mobilization and manipulation, in aging and older adults (ie, those ≥ 50 years of age).
DOI
10.1097/TGR.0000000000000071
Recommended Citation
Wormley, M., Grimes, J., Romney, W., & Chui, K. (2016). Neurophysiological effects of manual therapy in aging and older adults. Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation, 31(3), 173-179. doi: 10.1097/TGR.0000000000000071
Publication
Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation
Volume
31
Issue
3
Publisher
Wolters Kluwer
Pages
173-179