Gait Analysis and Training Lab

Catalog description

This lab course provides PTA students with skills in analysis of normal and abnormal gait patterns, measuring and fitting ambulatory aids, safety and guarding, patient education in the use of ambulation aids, transfer techniques, amputee rehabilitation techniques, and special equipment line management. This course fosters the development of communication skills, interpersonal relationships and professionalism required for the health care field. It also requires a high level of critical thinking skills related to implementing and modifying physical therapy interventions to accompany PHTA 2241