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Dynamic Gait Index (DGI) for Stroke
Summary
What it measures:
Ability to modify balance while walking in the presence of external demands
Target Population:
People with stroke
Professional Association Recommendations:
StrokEDGE:
Highly recommended for acute, inpatient rehabilitation, home health, skilled nursing, and outpatient practice settings, depending on functional level of the patient.
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Date: June 20, 2013
Contact: practice@apta.org
Content Type: Test & Measure
Jane Sullivan, PT, DHS
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