Cerebral Palsy: Gait Analysis

NOV 12, 20258 MIN
NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy

Cerebral Palsy: Gait Analysis

NOV 12, 20258 MIN

Description

<p>Orion is a 12-year-old with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy and is evaluated for gait abnormalities. The therapist observes excessive hip flexion, knee flexion, and ankle dorsiflexion throughout the gait cycle. Which of the following gait patterns BEST describes these findings?</p><p>A) Crouch gait</p><p>B) Scissoring gait</p><p>C) Ataxic gait</p><p>D) Steppage gait</p><p>TEXT OUR TEAM:</p><ul><li>(727) 732-4573</li></ul>