Men & Women have a similar Q angle?
Deciphering the Q Angle Q angle is crucial for assessing medial patellar tracking. But does it really differ between genders? Debunking the Myth It’s a popular belief that women have …
Gait patterns in women with high heel shoes
Features of high heeled shoes Changes in Spatio-temporal parameters: Gait in high heel shoes Temporal ParametersShorter swing timeShorter step lengthIncreased double support timeSpatial ParametersReduced stride lengthSmaller step width Changes in …
60% stance phase – 40% swing may not always be “normal”?
Stance phaseApprox 60% of the gait cycle Swing phaseApprox 40% of the gait cycleUnderstanding temporal parameters is crucial for analyzing gait patterns and identifying any deviations.However, does this always reflect …
Transitioning to barefoot running : A guide for runners and PT’s
Image by teksomolika on FreepikThe last decade has witnessed a remarkable surge in barefoot running, due to the perceived benefits of reduced running-related injuries, a more “natural” running style, enhanced …
Parkinson’s gait: A case study
Parkinson’s Disease unveils a distinctive gait pattern known as “Festinating Gait”. It is a pathological gait pattern in which one can observe small shuffling steps and a slow gait characterized …
Running mechanics after an ACL injury
The ACL (Anterior cruciate Ligament) is one of 10 most common injury sites in athletes. In this blog, we will discuss the various abnormal running mechanics that disposes an athlete …