

MMOA Podcast - Physical Therapy | Fitness | Geriatrics
Institute of Clinical Excellence - Older Adult Division
MMOA (Modern Management of the Older Adult) helps rehab & fitness pros get results with older adults. Brought to you by the Institute of Clinical Excellence, tune in to hear pertinent geriatric discussions, relevant research, & treatment ideas. Good for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Assistants, Students, New Grads, Seasoned Veterans, Geriatricians, & Fitness Professionals. Find out more at www.MMOA.online
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Apr 24, 2025 • 14min
Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults
Join Kay Mayordomo, PT, DPT (@kaym23) as she reviews a study on predictors of emergency preparedness among older adults and how rehab providers can help. If you found this content helpful, go to https://PTonICE.com to check out our collection of Free Resources like the MMOA Digest our Bi-Weekly Research Email that goes out to thousands of clinicians.

Apr 17, 2025 • 16min
Best Practices in a Worst Case Scenario
Best Practices in a Worst Case scenario This week @sbship8_dpt interviews @cblanken31 who is a firefighter/EMT about best practices when CPR is required and how to handle more complex situations. Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

Apr 14, 2025 • 11min
Fitness: The Missing Link in Mild Cognitive Impairment Rehab
Join @jmusgravePT as he discusses a recent international scoping review of different types of exercise modalities and their impact on improving cognition in those with Mild Cognitive Impairment! Dig in here: DOI: 10.7759/cureus.80895 *If you want more helpful content to better serve older adults, sign up for our MMOA Digest = Free Bi-Weekly Email packed with helpful links, posts, & research relevant to your work. Link In Bio or PTonICE.com **Looking for CEU's & courses that will change your practice? Check out our MMOA Course Offerings (Online & Live) Link In Bio or PTonICE.com #physicaltherapy #geript #homehealthpt #pt #dpt #dptstudent #physiotherapy #physicaltherapist #physiotherapist #physicaltherapystudent #newgradpt #physiotherapystudent #physicaltherapyassistant #physicaltherapyassistantstudent #geript #geriot #OTs #OTA #occupationaltherapist #ottreatmentideas #otstudent #otastudent #occupationaltherapyassistant #oldnotweak #ptonice #icetrained

Apr 7, 2025 • 13min
Stimulating Foot Orthotics: Helpful or Hype?
Are stimulating foot orthoses all hype or actually helpful for balance? Join @dustinjones.dpt as he discusses what you need to know about this new study looking at the impact of stimulating foot orthoses on balance in older adults. Referenced article (closed-access): https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2025.03.016 ----- Check out more info from the Older Adult Division and our Certification at https://PTonICE.com

Apr 3, 2025 • 10min
Scams and Seniors
Did you know that over 3 BILLION dollars were stolen from American seniors in 2022? @theradork to identify common themes in scams, where to report them, and how to talk about them with patients. FBI reporting a scam: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/elder-fraud Movie about restoring justice on scammers (definitely not a recommendation for patients, very violent): The Beekeeper (2024) Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

Mar 31, 2025 • 18min
Is it time to Throw away Post-op protocols?
Join @dr.christina_prevett today on the Daily Show as she discusses the importance of reevaluating post-operative protocols in rehabilitation. She emphasizes the need for evidence-informed practices and questions who establishes these protocols, typically surgeons. While acknowledging that post-operative guidelines are designed to aid recovery and enhance function, Christina challenges the effectiveness of blanket statements and encourages a more individualized approach to patient care. Tune in for insights on how to adapt rehabilitation practices to better respect the unique experiences and needs of each patient.

Mar 27, 2025 • 23min
5 Forces Disrupting/Transforming Healthcare 3 - Fragmentation, High Costs, & Inequity
Bringing us part 3 of a 5 part series with an article out of the Meeting the Growing Demand for Age-Friendly Care study and investigation, Dr. Samantha Chamberlain, PT, DPT ICE certified specialist: Older adult highlights the 5 Forces Disrupting/Transforming Healthcare Today, pt. 3 - Fragmentation , High Costs, and Inequity in Health Care. Want to make sure you stay on top of all things geriatrics? Go to https://MMOA.online to check out our Free eBooks, Lectures, & the MMOA Digest!

Mar 24, 2025 • 9min
HIIT vs. MIIT on Aerobic & Cognitive Outcomes: RCT
Join @jmusgravept as he discusses a recent randomized control trial, comparing aerobic & cognitive outcomes for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) compared to moderate-intensity interval training (MIIT) for older adult adults with no training history. Aerobic outcomes were similar measured by peak VO2 max, however working memory & peak knee extensor strength was slightly better for the HIIT group & they achieved this in 1/2 the training time! doi: 10.1093/gerona/glad070 *If you want more helpful content to better serve older adults, sign up for our MMOA Digest = Free Bi-Weekly Email packed with helpful links, posts, & research relevant to your work. Link In Bio or PTonICE.com **Looking for CEU's & courses that will change your practice? Check out our MMOA Course Offerings (Online & Live) Link In Bio or PTonICE.com #physicaltherapy #geript #homehealthpt #pt #dpt #dptstudent #physiotherapy #physicaltherapist #physiotherapist #physicaltherapystudent #newgradpt #physiotherapystudent #physicaltherapyassistant #physicaltherapyassistantstudent #geript #geriot #OTs #OTA #occupationaltherapist #ottreatmentideas #otstudent #otastudent #occupationaltherapyassistant #oldnotweak #ptonice #icetrained

Mar 20, 2025 • 16min
Screening Sensory Systems Utilizing the Modified-CTSIB
Dig deeper into sensory systems and how to screen for them as potential contributors to your patient's balance impairments as @macybolt breaks down the Modified-CTSIB!

Mar 17, 2025 • 15min
Stronger with Less: Low-Dose Training for Older Adults
💪 Can older adults get stronger with less? YES! Join @dustinjones.dpt as he dives into NEW research on how low-dose resistance training can improve strength, function, and quality of life. Referenced article: Pearson LT, Pönitzová A, Stelling M, et al. A randomised comparative effectiveness trial exploring two lower-dose resistance training modalities on quality of life, functional capacity and strength in healthy, untrained community-dwelling older adults. Advanced Exercise and Health Science. Published online March 2025. doi:10.1016/j.aehs.2025.03.001 --- Check out our ICE Specialist Certification in Older Adults at https://PTonICE.com


