Gate, Gait, Gay it Flashcards
1
Q
Name the key components of postural assessment
A
- Foot position
- knee height
- PSIS symmetry
- Waist folds
- Inferior angles of scapula (distance between and symmetry)
- Shoulder Height
- EAM Position relative to shoulders
- Iliac crest symmetry
- Step width
- Leg length discrepancies
2
Q
Name and describe the tests associated with postural assessment
A
- Foreward bend
- Thomas Test
- SLR
- Abdominal strength
3
Q
What should you look for during a gait assessment?
A
- Antalgic patterns
- in or out toeing
- Equinovarus
- Genu recurvatum
- Trendelenburg or abductor lurch
4
Q
What should you look for when performing Observation Gait Analysis?
A
Refer to OGA chart on blackboard lab 12 - Z
5
Q
What are the factors influencing the ability to ambulate in children?
A
- Muscle tone
- Motor Control
- Strength
- Range of motion
- Sensory integrity
- Reciprocation in lower extremities
- Motivation
6
Q
Name some interventions for gait training in children
A
- change the environment
- facilitate next developmental steps with minimal interference
- Hands on facilitation: less is better
- Need for assistive devices
- Training staff and family with ambulation assistance
