What is a hemiplegic gait?
Fixed plantarflexion and knee extension which means patient must circumduct leg.
Caused by stroke
What is a parkinsonism gait?
Shuffling gait, reduced arm swining
What is an ataxic gait?
Broad based, slow and staggering
Associated with midline cerebellar disease
What is a neuropathic gait?
High stepping gait due to weakness of distal limb muscles. Caused by damage to peripheral nerves
Dmanage to what nerve causes a foot drop?
Common peroneal nerve
What is a myopathic gait?
Occurs due to weak hip abductors so pelvis tilts to unsupported side
What is an antalgic gait?
Patient limping due to pain