As a physical therapist, you're tasked with helping a patient learn to safely navigate the gravel pathway from their parking area to their front door. They have been walking with a cane for assistance, primarily practicing on smooth floors in the rehabilitation hospital. Which area of kinesiology will you likely be focusing on as you troubleshoot this scenario to come up with the right rehabilitation focus for your patient?

A. Motor control
B. Motor development
C. Exercise physiology
D. Ergonomics


Answer: A

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