1. Gait
A gait is a pattern of limb movements made during locomotion. Human
gaits are the various ways in which a human can move, either naturally
or as a result of specialized training.
2. What does your gait mean?
• The pattern of how you walk is called your gait. Many different
diseases and conditions can affect your gait and lead to problems
with walking. They include: Abnormal development of the muscles or
bones of your legs or feet.
3. 7 kinds of gait?
• here are eight basic pathological gaits that can be attributed to
neurological conditions:
1. Hemiplegic
2. spastic diplegic
3. Neuropathic
4. Myopathic
5. Parkinsonian
6. Choreiform
7. ataxic (cerebellar) and sensory.
4. What is normal gait?
• Normal gait is a series of rhythmical, alternating movements of the
trunk and limbs which results in the forward progression of the
center of gravity.
5. What is the most common cause of gait disorders?
• The weakness of the hip and lower extremity muscles commonly
cause gait disturbances. Cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, Charcot
Marie Tooth disease, ataxia-telangiectasia, spinal muscular atrophy,
peroneal neuropathy, and microvascular white-matter disease all
cause significant gait disabilities.
6. How do you treat gait problems?
• What can be done to improve a gait disorder? It depends on the
cause. Assistive devices such as canes and walkers may help in some
cases in which balance is a problem. Physical therapy and
strengthening exercises may be appropriate in other cases to improve
balance, strength and flexibility.
• Can gait be corrected?
In most cases, gait can be corrected by engaging in certain exercises
to improve your coordination and balance.
