Normal walking involves a remarkably complex sequence of events that most people execute without conscious thought. Each gait cycle consists of stance phases where the foot contacts the ground and ...

Duck-footedness causes feet to point outward while walking. Learn causes, when to seek medical help, and treatment options ...

When you walk forward, certain motions are considered normal gait characteristics. Your leg swings through the air, and your heel lands on the ground first. Then your straight knee bends slightly ...

Opioids are commonly prescribed to manage pain, but their effects on movement and coordination can pose serious risks, particularly for older adults. One major concern is their impact on gait. Changes ...

He was inattentive, especially when ambulating. It would take him approximately 10 minutes to walk 15 feet, in part due to his gait and in part due to his inattentiveness. Relkin et al.

Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is an often overlooked cause of hypokinetic gait disorders in older adults (Stolze et al., 2000). The gait of individuals with NPH is distinct and appears as ...