MODULE SUPPLEMENT: MUSCULO-SKELETAL SYSTEM
Discussion Point

Reconsider the case discussed previously (Note: this link will open in a new browser window):

Mrs. Craigner, the 82 year old Caucasian woman who experienced a fall at home and broke her hip. She attributes the fall to tripping over her cat.

As an exercise, write down what assessments you would do to determine, as closely as possible, the underlying problem that might have contributed to Mrs. Craigner's fall? (Consider referring as necessary to the Assessment Module). From your specialties' perspective, what type(s) of interventions would you be most responsible for and how might you assist an older adult achieve specific goals related to improving muscle strength and functional capacity?

When you have finished answering this question, continue with the course content.