Get Dynamic Gait Index

The Dynamic Gait Index is a valuable assessment tool designed to evaluate a person’s likelihood of falling. This guide will assist you in completing the form online, ensuring that you provide accurate and thorough information in each section.

Follow the steps to fill out the Dynamic Gait Index with ease.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Dynamic Gait Index form and open it in your online document editor.
2. Begin filling out the form by providing the patient's name and the rater's name in the designated fields at the top of the form.
3. Indicate the date for each assessment you will complete in the provided space.
4. Proceed to section A, 'Gait Level Surface.' Walk at your normal speed for 20 feet and select the lowest category from the provided options that best describes the person's gait.
5. Move to section B, 'Change in Gait Speed.' Perform the exercise as instructed, changing walking speeds as directed, and choose the appropriate category that reflects any observed impairments.
6. Continue to section C, 'Gait with Horizontal Head Turns.' Follow the instructions to assess gait while turning the head and mark the category that accurately represents the person's ability.
7. Next, assess in section D, 'Gait with Vertical Head Turns.' Again, follow the instructions and select the category that applies based on the person's performance.
8. In section E, 'Gait and Pivot Turn,' evaluate how the individual manages turning and stopping. Choose the appropriate description based on their performance.
9. Proceed to section F, 'Step Over Obstacle.' Direct the individual to step over an object and evaluate their performance, selecting the suitable category.
10. Move to section G, 'Step Around Obstacles.' Observe how they navigate around both cones, and choose the category that best represents their ability.
11. Finally, assess section H, 'Stairs.' Observe how the individual ascends and descends stairs, indicating the appropriate level of impairment on the form.
12. Once all sections are completed, review the total score calculated based on the assessments. Save any changes made to the document, and choose to download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete your Dynamic Gait Index online to enhance your assessments and ensure accurate evaluations.