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Stair Climbing with Handrail

Stair Climbing with Handrail: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Use the handrail and climb the stairs with controlled foot placement. Place the foot securely on each tread and follow your clinician's prescribed stepping pattern.

Body region
Balance
Position
Standing
Equipment
Stairs; Handrail
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Function

Used in home programs for

  • Balance Impairment / Fall Risk

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