
What is Gait training ?
WHAT IS GAIT TRAINING ?
Physical therapy to regain a normal walking pattern is called gait training. This may incorporate strength training, activities and exercises to improve balance, sequencing of the limbs and trunk, and proper step length or base of support.
GAIT TRAINING AFTER STROKE OR AMPUTAION
Gait is a persons manor of walking, movement or locomotion using their limbs. Many different things can affect a person's gait su...
Posted on 2023-04-03
Brain Awareness Week 2022
March 14-20, 2022 is Brain Awareness Week
Why would we want to address this at a Physical Therapy Clinic? Well, some may not realize that we work with Brain Injuries on a regular basis in Physical Therapy and Speech Therapy.
Even though someone may come in for a stroke to get help with walking, using their arm, swallowing etc, it stems from an injury to the brain.
A person may also come in after a car, bike, or other accident where they receive a TBI, or Traumatic Brai...
Posted on 2022-03-15