Gait Analysis (Full Observational)
Setup
Client walks 10 m corridor, self-selected speed. Film from: (A) posterior, (B) anterior, (C) left lateral, (D) right lateral. At least 3 passes per view. Barefoot preferred.
Cueing
Step 1: 'Walk at your normal pace. Try to ignore the camera.' Step 2: Observe systematically bottom-up: foot contact, ankle DF at midstance, knee flexion at loading response, hip extension at terminal stance, pelvic rotation and tilt, trunk lateral shift, arm swing symmetry, head position. Step 3: Note deviations bilaterally.
Measurement
Free text description of all gait deviations. Structured format: [Phase]: [Joint]: [Deviation]. Example: 'Loading-response: Knee: Excessive valgus L > R. Terminal-stance: Hip: Reduced extension R.'
Modality
FAQ
What muscles does Gait Analysis (Full Observational) work?
Gait Analysis (Full Observational) primarily targets the Full Body. It is classified as a professional-level assessment test.
How do you perform Gait Analysis (Full Observational) correctly?
Client walks 10 m corridor, self-selected speed. Film from: (A) posterior, (B) anterior, (C) left lateral, (D) right lateral. At least 3 passes per view. Barefoot preferred. Step 1: 'Walk at your normal pace. Try to ignore the camera.' Step 2: Observe systematically bottom-up: foot contact, ankle DF at midstance, knee flexion at loading response, hip extension at terminal stance, pelvic rotation and tilt, trunk lateral shift, arm swing symmetry, head position. Step 3: Note deviations bilaterally.
What equipment is needed for Gait Analysis (Full Observational)?
Gait Analysis (Full Observational) requires Assessment Kit. It is categorized as a Pattern Analysis assessment test.
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