In the past, when researchers modeled quadruped gaits — how four-legged organisms walk, run and move — gaits have been modeled with separate neural networks, according to Professor and Associate Chair ...

Gait freezing in Parkinson’s disease is lessened when flooring has large, transverse rectangular visual cues, according to new research findings. Gait freezing occurs when people with Parkinson’s ...

Imagine a horse stumbling on a rock. It regains momentum, then hits bumpier terrain and slows to a walk. Back on steady ground, the horse picks up its pace to catch up with the herd. How is the horse ...

Are runners less injury-prone trekking barefoot than in pricey running shoes? Maybe, according to a new literature review. Advances in running shoe technology in the last 40 years have not reduced ...

A technique for the biomechanical analysis of running is described with specific reference to the angular displacement patterns of the lower limb. From high speed cine film recording profile views of ...

Gait disorders manifest themselves in various ways. In many cases, pathological gait patterns are actually accompanying effects or can even be symptomatic of an underlying disease. For this reason, ...

An unsteady gait refers to a pattern of walking that’s unstable. This can increase your risk of injury if left unmanaged. Using walking aids and making some small changes to your environment can help.

An antalgic gait occurs when you walk with a limp because of pain. It’s a common problem and usually caused by minor injuries. Sometimes, though, it can have a more serious cause. Your gait is your ...