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Abnormal Gait Patterns

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A protective gait pattern where the involved step lenth is decreased in order to avoit weight bearing on the involved side usually secondary to pain.

A gait pattern characterized by staggering and unsteadiness. There is usually a wide base of support and movements are exaggerated.

A staggering gait pattern seen in cerebellar disease.

A gait pattern in which alternate steps of a different length or at a different rate.

A gait pattern characterized by high steps, usually involves excessive activity of the gastrocnemius.