Spinal Stenosis, 3 months Post Surgery: Ambulation 1
0:00
Dr. T, an 83 year-old pathologist with a diagnosis of spinal stenosis, spinal fusion and laminectomy of C3-C7, ambulates in physical therapy with the aide of a platform walker. The therapist gives assistance and verbal cues.
Dr. T, an 83 year-old pathologist with a diagnosis of spinal stenosis, spinal fusion and laminectomy of C3-C7, ambulates in physical therapy with the aide of a platform walker. The therapist gives assistance and verbal cues.
Skilled Nursing (SNF) Similar Videos
-
Early Gait Training: Using a Platform Walker
0:00
Gait training continues for this stroke survivor, but the environment changes. Observe the patient, as well as the therapists, to identify specific difficulties during sit-to-stand, stand-to-sit, and his attempts at ambulation using a platform walker
-
Early Gait Training: Difficulties with Sit to Stand and Stand to Sit
0:00
Facilitation of sit to stand and stand to sit with a stroke survivor can be difficult. Observe how Jan Davis helps the therapist provide the appropriate amount of assistance and tactile cues for this stroke survivor.
-
Ambulation, Part 1: Patient Refuses
0:00
It's not uncommon for patients in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) to refuse therapy. Observe how the physical therapy assistant attempts to help his patient ambulate, and how she responds.