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 …
Prosthetic Gait Deviations : Types, Causes and Analysis
According to WHO, it is estimated that approximately 0.5% of the world’s population. This indicates that approximately 40 million people require prosthetic devices, highlighting the significant global need for effective …
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 …