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Innovative Aging
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4 episodes
5 days ago
Innovative Aging is a Medbridge podcast exploring bold solutions to common challenges in aging and rehabilitation. Each episode breaks down timely clinical questions and equips therapy practitioners with practical, real-world takeaways — from adaptive design to emerging technologies. To receive continuing education credit (CEUs) for each episode and access bonus resources, visit medbridge.com and complete the accompanying quiz.
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Innovative Aging is a Medbridge podcast exploring bold solutions to common challenges in aging and rehabilitation. Each episode breaks down timely clinical questions and equips therapy practitioners with practical, real-world takeaways — from adaptive design to emerging technologies. To receive continuing education credit (CEUs) for each episode and access bonus resources, visit medbridge.com and complete the accompanying quiz.
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Innovative Aging Episode 1: How Do We Have a Proactive Conversation About Grab Bars?
Innovative Aging
43 minutes 14 seconds
1 month ago
Innovative Aging Episode 1: How Do We Have a Proactive Conversation About Grab Bars?

Becky Wright, CAPS, division manager at Ponte Giulio USA, joins host Carol Chiang, for a lively and practical conversation about bathroom safety and aging in place. Drawing from decades of experience and real-life client stories, Becky and Carol tackle the stigma around grab bars and explain why reframing the conversation matters. Together, they explore how therapists like you can proactively guide clients toward safer home environments—without compromising style or dignity. Tune in for actionable tips and persuasive language you can use in your very next home safety visit.


Learning Objectives

  • Analyze the evidence around grab bars in relation to accessibility, safety, and client-centered home modifications
  • Determine the situations in which grab bar solutions support safety, health, and participation in activities of daily living (ADLs)
  • Solve patient case scenarios by integrating clinical reasoning and ethical decision-making to recommend appropriate grab bar solutions in diverse home settings


Timestamps

  • (00:00:00) Welcome
  • (00:01:30) Understanding the importance of bathroom safety
  • (00:05:00) Proactive vs. reactive safety measures
  • (00:08:50) Overcoming misconceptions about grab bars
  • (00:13:30) The role of terminology in acceptance
  • (00:20:20) Creating a visit-friendly home
  • (00:23:30) The importance of grab bars in home safety
  • (00:25:08) Design and aesthetics of grab bars
  • (00:36:00) Installation of grab bars
  • (00:41:00) Key takeaways for clinicians


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Innovative Aging
Innovative Aging is a Medbridge podcast exploring bold solutions to common challenges in aging and rehabilitation. Each episode breaks down timely clinical questions and equips therapy practitioners with practical, real-world takeaways — from adaptive design to emerging technologies. To receive continuing education credit (CEUs) for each episode and access bonus resources, visit medbridge.com and complete the accompanying quiz.