Sustaining Outcomes for Older Adults in Physical Therapy (Recorded Webinar)

Course overview

This course is a recording of a previously hosted live webinar event. Polling and question submission features are not available for this recording. Format and structure may differ from those of standard Medbridge courses. Despite best efforts, many older adults experience functional decline or regression after discharge from physical therapy. Systemic barriers, such as limited visit approvals, workforce shortages, and gaps in caregiver support, can compromise long-term outcomes. Sustainable care planning is no longer a luxury; it's a clinical necessity. This webinar will equip physical therapy professionals with actionable strategies to sustain outcomes for older adults across settings. Learners will explore how to embed discharge planning from the first visit, engage patients using the Geriatrics 5Ms and motivational interviewing, and build personalized, community-connected plans of care. Real case studies will illustrate how alternative delivery models like remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) and telehealth can be used to extend care beyond the clinic. This intermediate-level course is ideal for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants working in outpatient, home health, or senior care environments. Join us to reframe your approach to care planning and become a stronger advocate for functional independence, continuity, and the true value of physical therapy.