In this episode, Andrew welcomes back Todd Wolansky, Physiotherapist and a Clinical Lead with Alberta Health Services in Canmore. Todd's passion for geriatrics led him to recently obtain the designation of Clinical Specialist in Seniors Health with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. You can listen to Todd's previous podcast interview; Why Seniors Health is the New Sexy.In this episode the discussion centers on the fastest growing segment of the Physiotherapy patient caseload; seniors. Todd provides the changing treatment plan of the aging population with the focus of providing mobility and assessment tools, and the move from reaction to prevention with providing balance and strength training.Some of the key topics discussed include:Todd's review of predictive toolsHow to incorporate a screen and assessment into a treatment planThe Canadian Geriatric Society's framework called “The 5 M’s” - 1) Mobility 2) Mind 3) Medications 4) Multi-complexity 5) Matters MostHow to integrate these concepts into a private practice, (with Andrew’s experience and examples)How to connect the dots and provide a bigger picture of their goals of strength and mobilityCommon misperceptions that Todd experiencesHow PT's can be more comfortable with senior care, even though they're not specialized in GeriatricsKey warning signs for PT's to look for with mobility issuesUsing the Seniors' Mobility Toolkit Interview Guest:Todd Wolansky is a physiotherapist working as a clinical lead for rural rehabilitation in the Calgary Zone of AHS. Clinically, Todd’s areas of passion & experience are in seniors’ health, chronic disease management, health coaching, and exercise prescription. In his lead role, he works with clinicians and operational leaders to support the delivery of evidence-informed service models. Todd is an elected council member with Physiotherapy Alberta. He is a certified coach with the Coaches Training Institute, and a Clinical Assistant Professor with the University of Alberta. Todd is currently a candidate with the CPA’s clinical specialty program in Seniors’ Health.