Gait Deviations

Whole-body patterns

• Antalgic gaitOne limb spends less time in stance than the other, often to limit loading of a painful limb.
• Short steps, shuffling and freezingSteps are short and low; the feet may shuffle or suddenly stop moving forward.
• VaultingIn preparation
• Wide base and variable foot placementThe feet are placed further apart and step positions vary from step to step.