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Overview of Sprains and Other Soft Tissue Injuries
Geriatrics Essentials: Sprains and Other Soft Tissue Injuries
Older people are predisposed to musculoskeletal injuries in general because of the following: A tendency to fall frequently (eg, due to age-related loss of proprioception, adverse effects of medications or drugs on proprioception or postural reflexes, orthostatic hypotension) Impaired protective reflexes during falls For any musculoskeletal injury in older people, the goal of treatment is rapid return to activities of daily living. Immobility (joint immobilization) is more likely to have adverse effects (eg, stiffness, contractures, muscle atrophy) in older people. Early mobilization and physical therapy are essential to recovery of function. Coexisting disorders (eg, arthritis) can interfere with recovery. 