118. Gait Analysis & Myotomal Weakness: Identifying Key Gait Deviations in PT

Send us Fan MailGait analysis is an essential skill for physical therapists—especially when evaluating patients with radiculopathies, post-surgical deficits, or neurological impairments. In this episode of PT Snacks Podcast, we break down the phases of gait, from stance to swing, and explore how myotomal weakness can lead to key gait deviations.Learn how knee buckling, Trendelenburg gait, foot drop, and other compensations can signal underlying neurological deficits. We’ll also discuss how gait deviations can present in post-op patients recovering from disc herniation surgery, and why understanding these patterns is critical for both orthopedic and neuro PTs.If you’re looking to refine your observational skills and improve patient outcomes, this episode is packed with clinical insights to help you master gait analysis.Need CEUs?Unlock unlimited online courses, live webinars, and certification-prep programs with MedBridge. You’ll get thousands of accredited, evidence-based courses. Use code PTSNACKSPODCAST at checkout to save over $100. Student? Use code PTSNACKSPODCASTSTUDENTSupport the showStudying for the NPTE? Check out PT Final Exam — they’ve helped thousands of students pass with confidence. Use code PTSnacks at checkout for a discount.Stay Connected!Follow so you never miss an episode. Send your questions via email to [email protected] the email list HERESupport the Show:Share the episode with someone who'd benefit.Contributing directly to the "support" link.Thanks for tuning in—your support makes this all possible!