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Does patient-therapist communication change the effect of physical therapy treatment in elder adults? A systematic review

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Abstract

Aim
This study aims to investigate the additional value of elderly-therapist communication on the effect of physical therapy treatment to increase the physical activity level of elderly.
Conclusion
Although the level of evidence is low, in older adults, it is recommended to repeat easy tasks and improve elder adult’s confidence of performing physical activities above setting behavioral goals.
Original languageEnglish
Number of pages1
Publication statusPublished - 4 Jul 2017
EventWorld Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) Congress 2017 - South Africa, Cape Town, , South Africa
Duration: 2 Jul 2017 → 4 Jul 2017
http://www.wcpt.org/congress

Conference

ConferenceWorld Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) Congress 2017
Country/TerritorySouth Africa
CityCape Town,
Period2/07/17 → 4/07/17
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UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 03 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 03 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • communication
  • patients
  • physiotherapy
  • older adults

Research Focus Areas Hanze University of Applied Sciences * (mandatory by Hanze)

  • Healthy Ageing

Research Focus Areas Research Centre or Centre of Expertise * (mandatory by Hanze)

  • Healthy lifestyle and living environment
  • Frailty and adequate care

Publinova themes

  • Other
  • Health
  • Recreation, Exercise and Sports
  • People and Society

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