What Is Progressive Ambulation?

The progressive ambulation of a patient. is, in the broadest sense, the sequential de- velopment of bed mobility, free-sitting bal- ance, transfer skills and wheelchair ambula- tion, standing balance, and walking.

What does progressive mobility mean?

The term progressive mobility is defined as a series of planned movements in a sequential manner beginning at a patient's current mobility status with a goal of returning to his/her baseline (©Advancing Nursing LLC).

What are two types of ambulation?

Ambulatory assistive devices include:
  • Walkers.
  • Canes.
  • Crutches.
  • Wheelchairs.
  • Motorized scooters.
  • Gait belts.
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