2nd Edition
Geriatric Rehabilitation for the Physical Therapist Assistant
Section I: Fundamental Concepts in Geriatric Rehabilitation 1: Introduction To Geriatric Rehabilitation: Principles of Practice 2: Theories of Aging 3: Age-Related Changes in Anatomy, Physiology, and Function 4: Common Pathological Conditions in the Elderly: Impact on Function and Treatment Approaches 5: Psychosocial Theories and Considerations of Aging 6: Nutritional Considerations with Aging Section II: Care of the Geriatric Patient 7: Drugs And Function in the Elderly 8: Settings of Care in Geriatrics: The Role of the Physical Therapist Assistant 9: Treatment Rationale and Design in Geriatrics 10: Interventions and Treatment in the Elderly Section III: Special Considerations in Geriatric Rehabilitation Therapies 11: Communication, Education, and Learning
Biography
Jennifer M. Bottomley, PhD, MS, PT, has a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Wisconsin, Madison and an advanced master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the MGH Institute of Health Professionals in Boston, MA. She has a combined intercollegiate doctoral degree in Gerontology (U of Massachusetts) and Health Science and Service Administration (Union Institute) and a second PhD from The Union Institute in Health Service Administration, Legislation, and Policy Management with a specialty in Gerontology.
Dr Bottomley has practiced since 1974 in acute care, home care, outpatient clinics, nursing homes and long‑term care facilities. She is director of rehabilitation services for the Committee to End Elder Homelessness/HEARTH and is on the Board of Directors for HEARTH.
Dr Bottomley recently retired as an Associate Professor at Simmons University in Boston. She continues as an Adjunct Faculty at Simmons University. Clinically, Dr Bottomley provides services for the HEARTH facilities in the greater Boston area, serving Boston’s homeless population. She coordinates Service Learning experiences and projects for PT, Social Work, and Nursing students in HEARTH residences.
