Yes, You Can Predict A Fall - Mobile Apps for Gait Analysis and Fall Risk

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Did you ever wish you had a gait lab in your pocket? Are you aware that a person’s gait is a good predictor of their overall health? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Stephanie Wakeman, about using mobile apps to quickly, easily, and accurately provide the objective data you need to evaluate your patient’s mobility and fall risk.

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(01:45) Key Takeaways from Today’s Discussion
(02:44) Why Gait Is the Sixth Vital Sign
(04:48) Gait Parameters to Measure
(10:20) Using Mobile Apps to Measure Gait
(16:00) Determining Which Apps Are Reliable
(20:13) When to Use a Gait Analysis App in Practice
(22:50) A Walk Through the Process
(25:08) Case Example: Identifying Decline in Medical Status
(28:42) Case Example: Promoting Positive Behavioral Change
(33:10) Case Example: Postoperative Monitoring
(40:04) Documentation and Reimbursement
(41:12) Educating Patients About Gait Apps and Data
(47:06) How to Get Started Using Gait Apps in Your Practice
(49:23) Conclusion

The content for this course was created by Stephanie Wakeman, PT, DPT.

The content for this course was created by Wendy Phillips, PT, BSPT.

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Resources 

APTA Digital Health App Formulary, powered by ORCHA (APTA membership required): https://www.apta.org/your-practice/practice-models-and-settings/digital-health-in-practice/apta-digital-health-formulary-powered-by-orcha