In addition to the study of methods of assessing disability, Dr. Gerety conducts interventions aimed at modifying disability in older persons. Dr. Gerety is interested in the interaction of these domains of function to produce disability, particularly the interface between physical disability and depressed mood. To pursue this interests she has conducted a randomized trial of physical therapy to improve physical function of frail nursing home residents. Selection and design of functional assessment, and functional outcome measures, Cross-cultural assessment, Physical Rehabilitation program design for the elderly, Policy research in health care for the elderly. Physical therapy in nursing homes.
Relationships beween disease, function and perceived health in very frail elders.