At a time when human movement is limited on our planet, I thought we should look closer at animal movement. What does gait assessment mean? What are you actually looking for?
Are You Ready For a Tongue Twister?
What is the difference between paresis and ataxia and why should you care?
CPS, Postural Reactions, Paw Replacement...Oh My!
Performing CPs, or the paw replacement test, is so important for lesion localization, or to even identify if a patient has a neurologic problem. But it is difficult! This test causes residents to fret and frown because subtle differences in how you hold a patient, the flooring, and even environmental stimuli can affect how they place their limb. If you practice…it gets easier!