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Perceptions of Rehabilitation Managers on Implementation of the Home-Based Older Person Upstreaming Prevention (HOP-UP) Program: A Retrospective Qualitative Analysis

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Naccarato A, Wilson C M, Arena S K. Perceptions of Rehabilitation Managers on Implementation of the Home-Based Older Person Upstreaming Prevention (HOP-UP) Program: A Retrospective Qualitative Analysis. Cureus 13(4): e14760. doi: 10.7759/cureus.14760 Introduction: The purpose of this study was to identify themes and concepts derived from responses of physical therapy clinical leaders related to implementing a Read More

HOP-UP-PT debuts the Certified Ambassador Training

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Screening by a HOP-UP-PT Ambassador

Community centers and an older adult’s social network are the key to identifying which older adults might be at risk for falls or becoming homebound. As of 2022, HOP-UP-PT is now providing community center staff, employees, and volunteers the opportunity to become a Certified HOP-UP-PT Ambassador. There is no cost to becoming a certified ambassador. Read More

Syncing your Garmin to your Bluetooth Phone or Device-

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Technology can be a great help in tracking and improving your health. One of the challenges is that using technology often takes some experience or some guidance. One of the components of the HOP-UP-PT Foundational Independence program is the use of an activity monitor that a person wears on their wrist. Below are some key Read More

Technology Resources for Health

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This resource is to provide older adults and physical therapists with a variety of resources for accessing and using technology.  Setting up wireless internet in the home 1.)  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBqy9ZIxa_Y  Written instructions on how to set up Wi-Fi in home  2.) https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/basic-computer-skills/how-to-set-up-a-wifi-network/1/ Pairing a Bluetooth device              Using an Android device 3.)https://support.google.com/android/answer/9075925?hl=en#zippy=%2Coption-use-the-settings-app-all-bluetooth-accessories 4.) HOP-UP-PT video on Read More

Calculating Frailty for Older Adults

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Frailty is a syndrome experienced by older adults or those with significant medical or psychosocial extenuating factors. Dr. Chris Wilson from HOP-UP-PT discusses how to assess a person for frailty according to Fried as described by the Cardiovascular Health Study. Frailty has been found to be a predictor of future morbidity and mortality and is Read More

The Timed Up and Go Test and Fall Risk

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The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test is frequently used to determine the ability to be safe with activity and fall risk. A therapist times how long it takes an individual to stand up from a chair, walk a short distance (10 feet), turn around, walk back to the chair, and sit down. This test Read More

Initial Administrative Analysis of HOP-UP-PT

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This study examined billing, reimbursement, and administrative outcomes of the HOP-UP-PT (Home-based Older Persons Upstreaming Prevention-Physical Therapy) program. This pilot study involved 6 participants and 4 different insurances.  Key findings include, but are not limited to: Article Abstract: Wilson CM, Arena SK, Calleja K, et al. (August 20, 2024) Administrative Analysis of the Home-Based Older Read More

Urinary incontinence can increase risk of falling

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Urinary incontinence, or leaking urine when you don’t mean to, is connected to a higher risk of falling, especially in older adults. Individuals with incontinence often feel they have to get to the bathroom quickly, causing them to move too fast and increase the chance of falling. Worrying about accidents and leaking may also cause Read More

Safe Fall Recovery

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Falls can happen to anyone, and recovering from a fall safely is crucial for preventing further injury. Lying on the floor for an extended period of time following a fall can result in complications. Whether you’ve experienced a slip in your home, while walking outdoors, on the stairs, or during an exercise routine, knowing how Read More