International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-9096
+44 1300 500008
ISSN: 2329-9096
+44 1300 500008
Meri Goehring
Scientific Tracks Abstracts: Int J Phys Med Rehabil
A ssistive devices for ambulation have undergone some changes within the last decade that make them lighter, more portable and offer more features than they have in the past. During this presentation, the author will review current devices such as canes and crutches and review the biomechanical principles regarding their use. The author will then present a variety of updated devices such as spring loaded crutches, ergonomically designed canes and walking poles as well as different types of wheeled and standard walkers including walkers designed to ascend and descend stairs. Participants will have the opportunity to view these various ambulation devices and consider the potential risks and benefits of their use.
Meri Goehring, PT, PhD, GCS is an Assistant Professor at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has published two articles on the use of ambulation devises. She teaches biomechanics as well as the acute care content and continues to practice clinically in Grand Rapids.