Mobility Assistive Equipment for Gait Disorders in the Elderly

Abstract

Abstract This PowerPoint presentation is organized to instruct medical students, medical residents, and medical fellows about types of mobility assistive equipment commonly used in the older patient. Photographs are originals of the author, and demonstrate how to identify devices and assess for proper fit. The presentation includes an outline of the process necessary for writing prescriptions for assistive devices. It can be carried out by one faculty member who can present the information and facilitate a demonstration of the fit and use of devices, if available. The presentation takes approximately 90 minutes with demonstrations of devices. After implementation of this presentation, feedback from learners indicated that this was a valuable method for learning about mobility assistive devices.

Keywords

• Canes
• Walkers
• Mobility Assistive Equipment
• Self-Help Devices
• Wheelchairs
• Motorized Scooter