RT Book, Section A1 Dutton, Mark SR Print(0) ID 1184693005 T1 Gait Training T2 Dutton's Introductory Skills and Procedures for the Physical Therapist Assistant YR 2022 FD 2022 PB McGraw-Hill Education PP New York, NY SN 9781264267170 LK accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1184693005 RD 2024/03/28 AB CHAPTER OBJECTIVESAt the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to:Describe the various gait parametersDescribe the characteristics of normal gaitDiscuss how to use the various pieces of pre-ambulation equipment, including the tilt table and parallel barsDescribe the various types of weight-bearing status and the functions of eachDescribe the various methods to monitor the weight-bearing statusMake a clinical decision as to how well an assistive device is assisting a patientBe able to fit a patient for an assistive deviceDiscuss the importance of patient safety during gait or ambulation activitiesProvide training to the patient on how to use an assistive device during various transfersTeach a patient how to use an assistive device with varying gait patterns, during stair negotiation, and ambulation in the community