Episode 1923 - The role of exercise in the gut microbiome & aging

Dr. Jeff Musgrave // #GeriOnICE // www.ptonice.com  In today's episode of the PT on ICE Daily Show, join Modern Management of the Older Adult lead faculty delves into the fascinating connection between exercise and the gut microbiome, particularly in older adults. He discusses a systematic review titled "Systematic Review of the Effects of Aging and Physical Activity on the Gut Microbiome of Older Adults." Dr. Musgrave explains the gut microbiome's role, highlighting its composition of trillions of microorganisms that regulate crucial metabolic processes, nutrient absorption, and inflammatory responses. Key metabolites such as short-chain fatty acids, bile acids, and B vitamins are examined for their importance in maintaining healthy glucose levels, aiding fat digestion, and supporting overall health. Take a listen to learn how to better serve this population of patients & athletes, or check out the full show notes on our blog at www.ptonice.com/blog. If you're looking to learn more about live courses designed to better serve older adults in physical therapy or our online physical therapy courses, check our entire list of continuing education courses for physical therapy including our physical therapy certifications by checking out our website. Don't forget about all of our FREE eBooks, prebuilt workshops, free CEUs, and other physical therapy continuing education on our Resources tab.