WALKERS: FITTING AND PATIENT EDUCATION ABOUT WALKER USE

Course overview

A walker is a mobility device that improves the patient’s balance and increases the patient’s base of support. Fitting a walker consists of identifying a walker that is an appropriate assistive device for a patient and instructing him/her in its appropriate and safe use. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of Walkers: Fitting and Patient Education about Walker Use. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.