Ambulation Patterns

Question 0

Uses bilateral assisted devices(crutches or walker); PWB; walker or crutches advance with PWB limb followed by FWB limb

Answer 0

modified 3 point

Question 1

Requires bilateral assisted devices or a walker; step to or through is used; NWB; walker or crutches are advanced with NWB limb and then step to or step through w uninvolved extremity

Answer 1

3 point

Question 2

Use of bilateral assisted devices. The pattern uses an alternate and reciprocal forward mvmt of the assistive device and the patient’s opposite lower extremity. WBAT; FWB

Answer 2

4 point - R crutch, L foot, L crutch, R foot

Question 3

Use of bilateral assisted devices; simultaneous, reciprocal forward placement of the assistive device and the pt’s opposite lower extremity

Answer 3

2 point - R crutch and L foot, L crutch and R foot

Question 4

This pattern requires only one assistive device and can be used for pts who have only one functional upper extremity or who have a lower extremity medical condition for which less stress is required. Device is held in the upper extremity opposite to the lower extremity that requires protection which widens the BOS and assists in shifting pts COG away for the protected lower extremity - hemi gait pattern

Answer 4

Modified 4 or 2 pt - FWB; WBAT one crutch or one cane

Question 5

One assistive aid is used. The assistive aid and the opposite lower extremity advance alternately;

Answer 5

Mod 4 pt

Question 6

One assistive device is used. The assistive aid and the opposite lower extremity advance simultaneously

Answer 6

Mod 2 pt