Gait Flashcards
1
Q
What is a hemiplegic gait?
A
Fixed plantarflexion and knee extension which means patient must circumduct leg.
Caused by stroke
2
Q
What is a parkinsonism gait?
A
Shuffling gait, reduced arm swining
3
Q
What is an ataxic gait?
A
Broad based, slow and staggering
Associated with midline cerebellar disease
4
Q
What is a neuropathic gait?
A
High stepping gait due to weakness of distal limb muscles. Caused by damage to peripheral nerves
5
Q
Dmanage to what nerve causes a foot drop?
A
Common peroneal nerve
6
Q
What is a myopathic gait?
A
Occurs due to weak hip abductors so pelvis tilts to unsupported side
7
Q
What is an antalgic gait?
A
Patient limping due to pain
