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If my grandfather is almost 90, is there any point in him getting physical therapy?
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Certainly if needed: There is essentially no age cutoff for receiving recommended physical therapy. The goal is to maximize functional recovery, which can be truly unique for each patient.
Answered 12/9/2013
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