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A '''walking aid''' is one of several devices a patient may be issued in order to improve their [[ | A '''walking aid''' is one of several devices a patient may be issued in order to improve their [[Gait_Cycle|walking pattern]], [[Balance]] or safety while mobilising independently. They can also be a means of transferring weight from the upper limb to the ground, in cases where reducing weightbearing through the lower limb is desired. | ||
Walking aids fall into multiple categories (single- and multipoint, tripod or quadruped) and include the following: | Walking aids fall into multiple categories (single- and multipoint, tripod or quadruped) and include the following: | ||
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*[[Zimmer frame|Zimmer frames]] | *[[Zimmer frame|Zimmer frames]] | ||
The tip of each should have a rubber | The tip of each should have a rubber Ferrule to prevent the walking aid from slipping, with some ferrules being depressed to form a vacuum when it comes into contact with the ground. The ferrule should not be worn or cracked and should fit well onto the point of the walking aid. | ||
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Revision as of 06:16, 31 May 2011
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
A walking aid is one of several devices a patient may be issued in order to improve their walking pattern, Balance or safety while mobilising independently. They can also be a means of transferring weight from the upper limb to the ground, in cases where reducing weightbearing through the lower limb is desired.
Walking aids fall into multiple categories (single- and multipoint, tripod or quadruped) and include the following:
The tip of each should have a rubber Ferrule to prevent the walking aid from slipping, with some ferrules being depressed to form a vacuum when it comes into contact with the ground. The ferrule should not be worn or cracked and should fit well onto the point of the walking aid.
Recent Related Research (from Pubmed)[edit | edit source]
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References[edit | edit source]
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