Aging with Ability Podcast

Ep. 12 Medicare and Physical Therapy Explained by a PT

How does Medicare A and Medicare B cover physical therapy? A physical therapist with experience in SNF, home health, and outpatient therapy explains from her experience. This is a broad overview based on professional experience. Please consult your personal insurance policy and company for details about your specific plan. Visit agingwithability.com/post/medicare-coverage-for-physical-therapy-services-awa-ep-12 for podcast episode details.

Ep. 11 11 Conditions You May Be Surprised That Physical Therapists Treat Part 2

Second half of this list. TMJ, diabetes, and more! Visit agingwithability.com/post/11-conditions-you-may-be-surprised-that-physical-therapists-treat-part-2-awa-podcast-ep-11 for all mentioned links and more content Visit agingwithability.com/post/11-conditions-you-may-be-surprised-that-physical-therapists-treat-part-1-awa-podcast-ep-10 for the first 5 conditions

Ep. 10 11 Conditions You May Be Surprised That Physical Therapists Treat Part 1

Did you know that a PT can treat dizziness? What about heart failure? Join Christine as she discusses some conditions that you may not think about seeking physical therapy for. First 5 conditions in this video. Visit agingwithability.com/post/11-conditions-you-may-be-surprised-that-physical-therapists-treat-part-1-awa-podcast-ep-10 for links to articles mentioned, and Incontinence course!

Ep. 9 Who's On Your Medical Team?

An overview of multiple specialists in the medical field and what they do. Download the FREE printable today to keep this list handy the next time you need a specialist. Visit agingwithability.com/post/an-overview-of-medical-specialties for the printable and blog post

Ep. 8 Physical Therapy is a Treatment and Not a Speed Bump to Treatment

How do you feel when your doctor sends you to physical therapy? Are you just counting the weeks until your next step-maybe that MRI or surgery consult. Physical therapy is a very effective treatment option for many conditions. This episode discusses benefits of physical therapy-even if your road eventually leads to surgery. Evidence discussed includes research on lumbar stenosis outcomes, rotator cuff tear, and knee arthritis in older adults. See agingwithability.com/post/physical-therapy-is-a-treatment-not-a-speed-bump-to-treatment for research links and further resources on healthy aging for older adults created by a physical therapist.