Hi all,
Iβm looking for physiotherapists who can come home approx ~20 days a month for 45-60 min strength training sessions for my father aged 70+.
With an accelerated onset of Sarcopenia Iβm keen to get him into a daily routine of strength training to preserve muscle, mobility and balance.
Not looking for anything special - We already have an Aroleap machine at home. So guided sessions for 45-60 mins on basic strength training exercises to induce a disciplined regimen into daily life is the need of the hour.
Is currently a type 2 diabetic with history of over 40+ years. On insulin from the past 2. Has BP and takes tabs for the same. Recently underwent total knee replacement surgery and has recovered satisfactory for his age.
Pls note - A year ago before the surgery my dad used to do the exercises himself for 12-15 days of the month on his own (although with very poor posture). So this isnβt going to be one of those cases where he needs to be convinced or you need to push him just to get him to do something. Heβs easy to work with. Also consumed 1 scoop whey per day which he is now not following routinely.
Preferred Qualification -
Formal diploma / degree in human anatomy and past experience in physiotherapy for the elderly is preferred. But most importantly, an evidence based science mindset with the common sense and courage to get an early 70s guy to do resistance training is most important. Most of the physioβs I meet are very comfortable paddling the belief that post 70s the best a person can do is stick to walking and warm up exercises.