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MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics

by Institute of Clinical Excellence - Older Adult Division

MMOA (Modern Management of the Older Adult) helps rehab & fitness pros get results with older adults. Brought to you by the Institute of Clinical Excellence, tune in to hear pertinent geriatric discussions, relevant research, & treatment ideas. Good for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Assistants, Students, New Grads, Seasoned Veterans, Geriatricians, & Fitness Professionals. Find out more at www.MMOA.online

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Episodes

Christina Prevett, a physical therapist, explores a common problem in geriatric rehabilitation: underdosing exercises and its negative consequences. The episode centers on a case study of an older adult recovering from knee replacement surgery who felt their previous physical therapy was too easy. Prevett walks…

Worth it if you're a physical therapist, geriatric care provider, or older adult curious about why challenging rehab matters more than comfort-focused exercise.

This 8-minute episode from MMOA Podcast features Dr. Annoushka Ranaraja discussing exercise management for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The episode promises to explore therapy approaches that emphasize three key training modalities: aerobic training, resistance training, and balance training. The framing…

Worth it if you want a quick overview of MS exercise management or are already familiar with the topic and just need a refresher.

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