Gait Test

15 Seconds Treadmill Walk

The test provides a measure for global response of musculoskeletal systems of the lower limbs as well as information regarding functional capacity and agility. Results entail the distance walked, the walking velocity and functional gait parameters.

Description

The 15 Seconds Treadmill Walk test is a sub-maximal walk test over a period of 15 seconds. It involves an individual walking on a treadmill. The speed and inclination can be adjusted to adhere to different test purposes. For step test at different speeds or inclinations, the test can be repeated. Gait characteristics are assessed for the entire period. The goal is to perform a normal walking, similar to real life conditions.

Test Preparation

Start the treadmill and adjust a constant speed and inclination

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes

Use usual walking aids if applicable (cane, walker, crutches, etc.)

Start the treadmill and adjust a constant speed and inclination

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes

Use usual walking aids if applicable (cane, walker, crutches, etc.)

Contraindication

Pain in the lower limbs

Unable to walk without stumbling

Pain in the lower limbs

Unable to walk without stumbling

Equipment

Treadmill

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Application Area
Rehabilitation
Orthopaedics
Neurorology

Test Procedure

Patient performing gait test on treadmill

1

Prepare
  • Make sure treadmill is ready to start
  • Stand next to the treadmill
Patient performing gait test on treadmill

2

Treadmill Initiation

Start the treadmill and walk steady

rego countdown start

3

Start
  • Continue walking on START
  • Walk at your normal speed without stumbling
  • Do not run
Patient performing gait test on treadmill

4

Walk Period
  • Keep walking for 15 seconds
  • Do not talk and focus on walking
rego test countdown stop

5

Stop
  • Listen to the countdown while keeping walking
  • Continue walking on STOP
  • The test is completed
  • Stop the treadmill
rego test additonal

6

Additional
  • Enter self-reported outcomes
  • Enter notes
  • Assign labels

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