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Gait Test

Free Distance Walk and Return

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 turning velocity and functional gait parameters.

Description

The Free Distance Walk and Return test is a sub-maximal walk test over a distance of choice between 5 and 30 Meters (one-way). It involves an individual walking straight forth on a flat track, pivoting around a turning mark, and returning to the start. Gait characteristics are assessed for the straigth walking only. The goal is to perform a normal walking, similar to real life conditions.

Test Preparation

Place 2 floor marks at chosen distance or use existing walkway

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes

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

Place 2 floor marks at chosen distance or use existing walkway

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

2x floor marks

Download Parameters

Submit for a PDF via email including all test parameters and descriptions

Application Area

Rehabilitation

Orthopaedics

Test Procedure

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 START

3

Walk Forth

Walk straight towards the turning mark
Walk at your normal speed without stumbling
Do not run

4

Turning Mark

Pivot around the turning mark
Continue back without hesitation

5

Stright Walkline

Make sure you stay on track for walking forth and back straight

6

Walk Back

Walk back towards the start mark
Walk as fast as possible without stumbling
Do not run

7

Start Mark & Stop

Approach the start mark and stop
Keep standing until STOP signal

8

Countdown

Stand still
Listen to the countdown while standing
The test is completed on STOP

9

Additional

Enter self-reported outcomes
Enter notes
Assign labels