Gold Coast- Prescribing Walking Aids with Clinical Confidence

What You’ll Learn

Functional Mobility Assessments

Apply the Berg Balance Scale and Timed Up & Go (TUG) to assess balance, gait, and fall risk.

Clinical Decision-Making in Walking Aid Prescription

Understand when and how to prescribe canes, frames, seat walkers, and other aids based on clinical indicators and client goals.

Fitting & Adjustment Essentials

Learn to accurately fit and adjust walking aids to support posture, gait pattern, and safety.

Hands-On Product Experience

Explore and trial a wide variety of walking aids from the ILS range to gain practical familiarity.

Case-Based Learning

Apply clinical reasoning through real-world scenarios—common diagnoses, home environments, and client presentations.

Fall Prevention & Client Education

Enhance your toolkit for educating clients on safe use and recognising hazards in their environments.

Boost your confidence and refine your clinical reasoning in this interactive, skills-based training session.

2 CPD points

Presenters

Sarah Uncle, BappSc (Occupational Therapy)

Head of Clinical Education at ILS

Barney Shirley– Assistive Technology Professional Light Rehab

Ben Stewart – Assistive Technology Professional Light Rehab