Neuro exam 12 Month: Motor/Gait - Toddlers Gait

Motor/Gait - Toddlers Gait
Independent walking is achieved between 11 and 15 months of age. An infant is delayed if they arent walking by 16 months. This 12 month old infant has a typical gait of an infant that has just learned to walk. He has a wide base, is unsteady, and toddles. His arms are held at near shoulder level in a high guard position. This is a protective position and probably aids in his balance. As he matures, his arms will come down to a low guard position, then into the usual associated arm movements seen with mature walking.

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• neuro examination
• neurologic examination
• neruology physical examination
• pediatric exam
• pediatric examination