Pain in the Elderly

Pain is a common experience among older adults and can have a significant impact on mobility, independence, participation in daily activities, social engagement, sleep, and overall quality of life. While pain is often associated with ageing, it should not be considered a normal or inevitable part of growing older.

Pain in older adults may arise from a variety of factors, including musculoskeletal conditions, neurological disorders, previous injuries, surgery, chronic health conditions, reduced physical activity, and changes within the nervous system. When left unaddressed, pain can contribute to reduced mobility, muscle weakness, falls, loss of independence, social isolation, and declining physical and emotional wellbeing.

At Neurovia, we understand that pain in older adults is often complex and influenced by multiple interacting factors. We take the time to conduct thorough assessments to identify the underlying contributors to pain and develop individualised treatment plans that reflect each person's goals, abilities, lifestyle, and overall health.

Our approach focuses on reducing the impact of pain on everyday life, improving physical function, maintaining independence, and supporting participation in meaningful activities. Treatment may include pain education, exercise therapy, strength and balance training, movement retraining, mobility training, falls prevention strategies, pacing techniques, equipment prescription, and support to develop long-term self-management skills.

We commonly assist older adults experiencing pain associated with:

• Osteoarthritis and other degenerative joint conditions

• Osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures

• Persistent back and neck pain

• Neurological conditions (e.g. Parkinson's disease, stroke, peripheral neuropathies, and multiple sclerosis)

• Rheumatological and autoimmune conditions

• Post-operative and post-fracture recovery

• Persistent musculoskeletal pain

• Mobility and balance impairments

• Complex and chronic pain conditions

  
  

Our goal is to help older adults maintain their independence, confidence, mobility, and quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based care that supports healthy and active ageing.