Gait Test
Mobility Test

2 Minute Walk Test

The test allows gait related assessment of response to therapy and provides prognosis across a broad range of chronic cardiopulmonary and neuroligical conditions.

Description

The 2 Minute Walk Test is a sub-maximal gait test over a span of 2 minutes. It involves an individual walking forth and back in a figure 8 on a flat course marked by two floor markers at a distance of 15 meters. The goal is to cover as much distance as possible. The test provides a measure for global response of musculoskeletal systems of the lower limbs as well as information regarding functional capacity. Results entail the distance walked and functional gait parameters.

Test Preparation

Place 2 floor markers at 15 m distance

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes

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

Usual medical regime shall be continued

No vigorous exercise within 2 h of beginning testing

Light meal before testing is acceptable, but not obligatory

Place 2 floor markers at 15 m distance

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes

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

Usual medical regime shall be continued

No vigorous exercise within 2 h of beginning testing

Light meal before testing is acceptable, but not obligatory

Contraindication

Unstable angina during previous month

Myocardial infarction during previous month

Heart rate >120

Systolic blood pressure >180 mm Hg

Diastolic blood pressure > 100 mm Hg

Unstable angina during previous month

Myocardial infarction during previous month

Heart rate >120

Systolic blood pressure >180 mm Hg

Diastolic blood pressure > 100 mm Hg

Equipment

2x Floor Marker Disc

Application Area
Rehabilitation
Orthopaedics
Neurorology

Test Procedure

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1

Prepare
  • Stand straight
  • Feet are shoulder width apart next to one floor mark

2

Countdown
  • Hold your standing position over the countdown
  • Start walking on the START signal
  • Attend to the biofeedback, if applicable
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3

Walk Forth
  • Walk straight towards the turning mark
  • Walk as fast as possible without stumbling
  • Do not run
  • Attend to the biofeedback, if applicable
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4

Turning Mark
  • Pivot around the turning mark
  • Continue back without hesitation
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5

Walk Back
  • Walk back towards the start mark
  • Walk as fast as possible without stumbling
  • Do not run or jog
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6

Start Mark
  • Pivot around the start mark
  • Continue forth without hesitation
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7

Continued Laps
  • Walk back and forth between the two floor marks in figure eights (8) for 2 min
  • Do not talk and focus on walking
  • Listen to the feedback on time left
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8

Stop
  • Listen to the countdown while keeping walking
  • Stop walking on the STOP
  • The test is completed
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9

Optional Input
  • Enter if assistive devices were used
  • Enter your fatigue and pain level
  • Enter free comments, if applicable

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