This course is a study of ambulation including the biomechanics of gait. Normal gait frames the course, followed by study of orthotic interventions for the adult patient. Gait characteristics of individuals with lower extremity amputation and the role of physical therapists in gait training and prosthetic management of individuals with amputation complete the course.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of all first year first semester courses in the Physical Therapy program.
Course UID
004753.1
Course Subject
Catalog Number
635
Long title
Ambulatory Function