Week 10 (Walking Aids) Flashcards by Joanne Tran | Brainscape

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Types of walking aids

A

Crutches
Walking sticks, quad sticks
Pickup frames, rollator frame, forearm support frame
Ankle-Foot Orthoses
Wheelchair
Scooters

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Evidence of walking aids

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Can improve walking in some people, not everyone
Doesn’t decrease the chance of falls
People with chronic stroke were faster and produced more power due to confidence
Immediate effect of walking stick in intermediate walkers only

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Factors affecting prescription of walking aids

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Person’s goal and preferences
Health condition
Impairments
Activity limitations
Participation restriction
Funding

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Prescription of walking aids

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Prescribe to increase BOS and decrease WB through lower limbs

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