Osteopathic care for older Australians

Presenters: Leo Di Giorgio and Sam Kayll

This webinar will cover the following:

Part 1: Background and Concepts

• Who do we mean by “older Australians?"

• Why is this important to consider? – epidemiology, physiology, implications for treatment

• Sarcopenia and falls – impacting the domains of osteopathic care

PART 2: Assessment and Treatment

• Comorbidities to watch for

• The importance of functional assessment

• Functional assessment approaches

• Some useful approaches to care for older Australians

About Leo:

• Working in residential aged care and private practice

• Bachelor of Health Science

• Master of Clinical Science (Osteopathy)

About Sam:

• Working in residential aged care and private practice.

• Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy)

• Bachelor of Health and Biomedical Science (Honours)

• PhD Candidate

Disclaimer: Content correct at the time of publication.