Chaptrt 13- Mobility Aids

Question 1

Why are mobility aids prescribed?

Answer 1

Promoted by mechanical advantages

Allows lower limb weight bearing relief

Reduces lower leg fatigue

Suppose lower leg weakness

Increased ability

promote independent and mobility

Question 2

What are the prescription steps for a mobility aid

Answer 2

Subjective assessment
objective assessment
prescription( clinical reasoning)
Mobility aid trial 
evaluation (clinical reasoning)
education
plan

Question 3

What is a non weight bearing?

Answer 3

0%

Question 4

What is a touch weight bearing?

Answer 4

10%

Question 5

What is a partial weight bearing?

Answer 5

20-50%/ 10-99%

Question 6

What is a weight bearing as tolerated?

Answer 6

Up to 100%

Question 7

What is a full weight bearing?

Answer 7

100%