Motor function training is the systematic performance or execution of planned physical movements, postures, or activities. Motor function training may include balance training, both static and dynamic; gait training; locomotion training; motor training; perceptual training; and postural stabilization and training.

Physical therapists select, prescribe, and implement motor function training activities when the examination findings, diagnosis, and prognosis indicate the use of these activities to enhance bone density; enhance or maintain physical performance; reduce complications, pain, and restriction; enhance posture control and relaxation; increase sensory awareness; increase tolerance to activity; prevent or remediate impairments in body functions and structures, activity limitations, and participation restrictions; enhance health, wellness, and fitness; or reduce risk and increase safety during activity performance.