Open to all PT/PTA/OT/COTA/AT staff

Gait Analysis

Overview

Gait analysis is a fundamental aspect of physical therapist practice that is used to guide the development of the best possible intervention(s) for restoring optimal movement and function. The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the fundamentals of normal and pathological gait. The use of observational and video analysis as an integral part of the gait examination will be emphasized. In addition, strategies to modify gait mechanics will be addressed as part of a comprehensive approach to treatment. Case studies will be utilized to promote the integration of the material presented.

Course Objectives/Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to:

At the conclusion of the course the participant will be able to:

1. Understand the role of gait analysis as a fundamental aspect of physical therapist practice
2. Identify and define the phases, objectives and critical events of the gait cycle
3. Describe the normal kinematics and kinetics of the ankle, knee, hip and pelvis during gait.
4. Identify gait deviations that contribute to common patient complaints.
5. Describe typical compensatory strategies in various patient populations.
6. Develop observational gait analysis skills
7. Perform a gait analysis using video methods and commercially available applications (iPad platform).
8. Develop sound intervention programs that address the root cause of gait related impairments.

Schedule

Day 1
8:00-8:30       Introduction to gait analysis
8:30-10:00     The gait cycle: basic functions, objectives & critical events
10:00-10:15   Break
10:15-12:00   Normal gait kinematics & objectives (sagittal, frontal & transverse planes)
12:00-1:00     Lunch
1:00-2:30       Normal gait kinetics & muscle actions
3:00-3:15       Break
3:15-5:00       Observational gait analysis (lab)

Day 2
8:00-10:00     Video gait analysis lab (lecture & lab)
10:00-10:15   Break
10:15-12:00   Pathological gait & clinical evaluation (lecture & lab)
12:00-1:00     Lunch
1:00-3:00       Treatment of gait dysfunction (lecture & lab)
3:00-3:15       Break
3:15-5:00       Patient cases

CEUs:

15.0 contact hours or 1.5 CEUs

Instruction Level:

Intermediate

Format:

Lecture and demonstration lab

Attire:

Comfortable business attire. Please consider dressing in layers as each person has a different comfort level when the air conditioning is on.

Target Audience:

PT/PTA/OT/COTA/AT

Cost:

• Olympic Sports & Spine Employees: $350
• Non-OSS Employees: $600

How to Register

• Olympic Sports & Spine (OSS) Employees
  Complete a Continuing Education Request form prior to registration. Once approved, return to this page and click the "Register" button and enter the discount code provided to use your continuing education funds.
  
  
• Non-OSS Employees
  Click the "Register" button and complete the form.