How Long Should We Chase Perfect Technique in Prosthetic Gait Training?
Perfect technique matters, but so does forward progress. Learn how to balance movement quality and momentum during prosthetic gait training.
How Too Many Cues Can Make Prosthetic Gait Training Worse
Trying to fix everything at once during gait training can actually make things worse. Here’s why focusing on one cue at a time leads to better outcomes.
Parallel Bars Can Be Misleading in Amputee Rehabilitation
Parallel bars can make patients with amputations appear more ready than they actually are, masking gaps that matter in real-world amputee rehab.
Is It a Prosthetic Issue or a Patient Issue?
A practical look at how PTs can tell whether a gait deviation comes from the prosthesis, the patient, or both.
Why Amputee Rehab Keeps Getting Overlooked
Amputee rehab is still inconsistently taught in physical therapy. Here’s why the field keeps getting overlooked and what clinicians can do to raise the standard of care.