Abstract
The aim of the authors' team was to provide not only physiotherapists but also other health care professionals with a comprehensive yet concise overview of how to treat older patients in this age category. Which rehabilitation procedures to choose based on the most common indications and which ones to avoid.
Significant attention in the text is paid to the changes that the musculoskeletal system undergoes in older age, both in terms of morphological, physiological and aspects. Since in this period of life the individual often needs social and economic assistance, attention is also paid to this issue so that the caregiver can provide relevant advice.
Some alternative medicine options have not been neglected. This publication is aimed at a wide range of health and social care professionals, and students of health and medical schools.