Physical and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
A special issue of Geriatrics (ISSN 2308-3417).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 October 2023) | Viewed by 11112
Special Issue Editors
Interests: geriatric rehabilitation; healthy aging; cognitive decline; cognitive therapy; functional independence
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Being able to accomplish the activities of daily living independently is the primary goal of older adults. Functional activities and mobility are mainly compromised due to the physical and cognitive decline as a result of aging. To add on to aging, comorbid acute and chronic illnesses also influence functional independence and quality of life. It is of utmost importance to recognize the subtle changes in function and cognition to initiate treatment for underlying health problems. Most older adults have at least one of chronic disease, such as heart disease, stroke, dementia, hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, etc., which can cause permanent loss of physical function.
Elderly rehabilitation is key for healthy aging, which aims not only at reducing illness but also improving mobility, independence, and confidence in elderly people. This enables older adults to be functionally independent and have an improved quality of life. Elderly rehabilitation covers all facets of aging, from wellness strategies to therapy. Focusing on function, this Special Issue aims to compile studies that will assist rehabilitation professionals in maintaining the functional independence and safety of older individuals.
Dr. Madhuchhanda Mohanty
Dr. Prakash Kumar
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- activities of daily living
- aging
- functional independence
- stroke
- dementia
- cognitive decline
- quality of life elderly rehabilitation
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