A Guide to the Gait Exam: A Neurologist's Perspective
Oct 16, 2024
Carson City Clinical Theater
Neurology
In this session, we will delve into the intricate and vital role of gait analysis in diagnosing neurological disorders in animals. We will highlight certain gait presentations and the underlying neurological conditions. The gait exam can be a vital starting point for neurolocatiation and differential list development, this session aims provide tips, tricks, and tidbits for use in the general practice setting.
- Utilize appropriate terminology for neurological gaits
- Differentiate characteristics between neurological and orthopedic gaits
- Assess various gaits and describe the underlying process of why these gaits occur and the possible conditions associated with them.
