Questions and Answers
What is the four-point gait used for?
What is the three-point gait used for?
For patients who can bear weight on only one leg.
What does the two-point gait require?
Patients who can bear weight on both legs and have mastered the four-point gait.
What conditions are required for the swing-to gait?
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What situations is the swing-through gait used in?
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Study Notes
Crutch Gaits Overview
- Four-Point Gait: Designed for patients capable of bearing weight on both legs; offers maximum stability and safety.
- Three-Point Gait: Intended for patients who can only bear weight on one leg; promotes mobility and independence while supporting the non-weight-bearing leg with crutches.
- Two-Point Gait: A progression from the four-point gait, suitable for patients who can bear weight on both legs and have achieved proficiency; mimics a natural walking pattern.
- Swing-To Gait: For patients with the ability to bear weight on one or both legs; requires strong shoulder and arm strength, alongside good balance; crutches are swung to a point parallel to the feet.
- Swing-Through Gait: More advanced than swing-to; suited for patients with excellent upper body strength and balance, allowing crutches to swing past the feet for increased mobility.
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Test your knowledge on the various types of crutch gaits. This quiz covers definitions and uses for the four-point, three-point, two-point, and swing-to gaits. Perfect for healthcare students and professionals looking to refresh their understanding.
