"How Would You Handle This Case? Share Your Expertise!"

Medical Exercise Training offers the possibility of helping clients reach full functional capacity after surgery and physical therapy. This case study examines the application of Medical Exercise Training (MET). Mrs. Jacobs, a 79-year-old retired schoolteacher, highlights the complexity and potential of Medical Exercise Training (MET) in addressing post-surgical rehabilitation for clients with multiple co-morbidities. Four months post-left hip arthroplasty (LTHA), Mrs. Jacobs is fully weight-bearing and independent with stair climbing, signaling substantial recovery progress. She completed a course of physical therapy and is now discharged. However, she still relies on a walker for ambulation and experiences shortness of breath with prolonged standing and walking. Get the session guide here: AMES Manual Case Study

Adding to the complexity, Mrs. Jacobs has a history of congestive heart failure (CHF), essential hypertension, a past meniscus tear, and persistent knee pain. These factors demand a strategic and individualized approach to her exercise program, ensuring safety while promoting strength, balance, and independence.

As you think about this client and others like her, there are limited resources designed and available to specifically assist medical exercise professionals in managing clients. The Advanced Medical Exercise Specialist (AMES) Manual is an extensive and in-depth resource for medical exercise professionals. Using this case study, we will show you how the AMES Manual will help you better manage your clients and communicate with the medical community.

Managing Complex Cases with the AMES Manual

As medical exercise professionals, you frequently encounter clients like Mrs. Jacobs, whose unique combination of medical conditions and functional challenges requires thoughtful planning. This is where the Advanced Medical Exercise Specialist  Manual becomes an invaluable resource.

The AMES Manual offers:

• Guidelines for Exercise Programming: Develop safe, effective exercise routines tailored to clients with specific medical conditions, such as CHF, joint replacements, and orthopedic injuries.
• Progression Frameworks: Learn how to transition clients from basic mobility to functional independence while minimizing risk.
• Medical Communication Templates: Improve collaboration with medical professionals to create cohesive care plans.
• Case Study Applications: Utilize real-world examples, like Mrs. Jacobs' case, to refine your ability to adapt and innovate in challenging scenarios.

Enhancing Outcomes with MET

For Mrs. Jacobs, the AMES Manual provides strategies to address her post-surgical goals and manage her co-morbidities. By incorporating MET principles, you could focus on:

1. Balance Training: To reduce reliance on a walker and improve gait stability.
2. Gradual Strengthening: Targeting hip, knee, and core muscles with low-impact exercises like seated or supported movements.
3. Cardiorespiratory Support: Integrating light aerobic activity to address CHF and improve endurance while monitoring for fatigue.
4. Functional Integration: Incorporating exercises that mimic daily activities, ensuring her progress translates to real-world independence.

Build Confidence in Managing Complex Clients

Clients like Mrs. Jacobs require your expertise as a medical exercise professional to bridge the gap between rehabilitation and functional independence. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools provided in the AMES Manual to enhance your practice, improve client outcomes, and solidify your role as an essential part of the healthcare continuum.

The AMES Manual is available for purchase at www.amesmanual.com. It can be a vital tool for MedExPROs to effectively and safely manage clients like Mrs. Jacobs.