Role of PT in Gait Lab, ListServ Summary, Nov 2020,

Rehab administrators answer questions regarding Role of Physical Therapist in Gait Lab Assessment. IPRC archives information collected by the Pediatric Rehab Administrator’s ListServ as a public service to the entire Pediatric Rehabilitation Community. All information is posted in summary format and has been de-identified. Search through past queries for responses to rehabilitation related questions.

Original Question(s):

We have been tasked with determining what role PT should play in the studies. I would value information from those of you who have gait/motion analysis as a part of your programs. What role does PT play in each of these components?

1. Physical Assessment:
2. Gait/motion study:  (If PT is not present, who participates in this portion?)
3. Interpretation/Discussion/Recommendations: (If PT is not present, who participates in this portion?)
4. Documentation:
5. Other:

Summary of Responses