The Gait Workbook: A Practical Guide to Clinical Gain Analysis Book

This workbook begins with basic concepts, such as terminology and pathological mechanisms, and proceeds to a regional analysis of normal and pathological function. Later chapters discuss gait through the life span, gender differences, cultural variations, changes seen in aging populations, and clinical examples. A unique feature of this book is that students can develop their own gait analysis forms and are guided in developing their skills in observational gait analysis. Thought-provoking questions are provided for each chapter with answer keys and bibliographic references at the end of the book.Special Featuresäh Provides a structured format for learning observational gait analysis. äh Uses a regional approach to gait analysis including: the foot and ankle complex, the knee, the hip, the pelvic girdle, the trunk, neck, arms and head. äh Reviews basic anatomy, kinesiology, and deformities of each lower extremity region. äh Provides a solid understanding of normal and pathological gait.Read More