Clinical assessment methods of movement of the pelvis, trunk and foot based on kinematics

Abstract

An appropriate physical therapy assessment is important for acquiring basic physical therapy skills. Each therapist needs to fully understand the purpose and limitations of the physical therapy assessment. Seeking the detailed method of a test in physical therapy assessment is important for all therapists, and it is possible with an understanding of kinematics and anatomy. In this paper, we focus on the movement of the pelvis, trunk, and foot, and introduce clinical assessments that determine an impairment through corresponding joint movements.