Social Isolation and Its Impact on the Geriatric Community

Abstract

Causes of social isolation and loneliness in older adults are multifactorial and can have significant effects on their health and quality of life. Older adults who have good social support exhibit lower levels of depression, higher levels of life satisfaction, lower stress levels, and lower health care costs. By assessing and addressing social isolation and loneliness in community-dwelling older adults, rehabilitation therapists can have a positive impact on their physical and mental health.

Factors That Influence the Pain Response of Patients Admitted to an Emergency Department for Acute Musculoskeletal Trauma

“…This analysis includes not only stratification based on different types of musculoskeletal traumas but also takes into account other relevant human and environmental factors associated with injuries. 24,25 We observed that a significant majority of patients experienced diminished pain after receiving care in the ED, and this response displayed varying degrees of influence from the analyzed parameters. We identified numerous scenarios in which pain relief was successfully achieved following ED management.…”

“…In our current research, we analyzed data related to changes in acute musculoskeletal pain following ED management. This analysis includes not only stratification based on different types of musculoskeletal traumas but also takes into account other relevant human and environmental factors associated with injuries 24,25…”