Abstract:
This presentation dives into the evidence-based connection between sleep, pain, and mobility, equipping you with practical tools to assess and address sleep-related factors with geriatric patients. Learn to spot sleep-related contributors to fall risk, incorporate simple sleep screening tools, and differentiate fatigue-driven posture issues from mechanical problems. You’ll gain actionable strategies to educate patients, improve adherence, and tailor interventions that enhance both sleep and function.
Biography:
Michel Janet Denes (Shelly), PT, C/NDT, CFPS, CGCP is an expert in fall prevention and neuro-rehab with more than 30 years of experience treating patients with hemiplegia, neurological diseases, TBI, and SCI. She has a special interest in Long COVID and the impact of chronic inflammation and sleep deprivation in rehab. Her expertise has been presented through seminars, expert witness work and consulting. She also sits on the Michigan Fall Prevention Coalition committee. Shelly Denes is a graduate of University of Michigan’s PT program. She helped create the certifications for ‘Fall Prevention Specialist’ and ‘Geriatric Care Professional’ with Evergreen Certifications and sits on their advisory board.
